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F608 SJT

1988 Nissan Laurel

Silver Petrol 2393cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

131,382 mi
Last recorded131,382 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2021
Typical for 1988 Nissan Laurel92,185 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF608 SJT
MakeNissan
ModelLaurel
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,393cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2021 131,382 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Jun 2021 131,365 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 129,485 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal steering rack (2.3.3b)

Fail 16 Dec 2014 123,777 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 123,777 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 120,847 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 115,260 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 114,267 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Sills corroded

Fail 30 Mar 2011 114,267 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Sills corroded

Pass 1 Apr 2010 113,468 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 Mar 2009 112,994 miles

windscreen

Fail 5 Mar 2009 112,989 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

windscreen

Pass 12 Jan 2008 111,231 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 107,496 miles

Centre Steering column flexible coupling has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 9 Dec 2005 105,109 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear sill areas starting to corrode /// patch repair to chassis leg near side rear

How Reliable is the Nissan Laurel?

Based on 3,076 MOT tests across 502 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
1,138
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
502
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 223
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 106
Brake pipe excessively corroded 99
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 94
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 89
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F608 SJT is a 1988 Nissan Laurel in Silver with a 2,393cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1988 Nissan Laurel models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 92,185 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan Laurel fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 223 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F608 SJT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Laurel typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 38 years old, this Nissan Laurel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F608 SJT registered?

F608 SJT is a 1988 Nissan Laurel, first registered on 5 August 1988.

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