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GU08 SZF

2008 Nissan Kubistar

White Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

147,727 mi
Last recorded147,727 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Nissan Kubistar83,531 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 SZF
MakeNissan
ModelKubistar
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 147,727 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both fronts (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn close (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 19 May 2025 144,357 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2024 139,727 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2023 134,000 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Fail 23 May 2023 134,000 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Pass 16 May 2022 126,764 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 16 May 2022 126,764 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 18 May 2021 117,960 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both. ()

Pass 9 Jul 2020 113,802 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 108,215 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2019 108,215 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 100,122 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 91,670 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 84,532 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 82,436 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 77,210 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2014 77,209 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Inner Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jun 2013 61,626 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 48,320 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 48,320 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2011 35,191 miles

EML ON.

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 35,191 miles

EML ON.

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Nissan Kubistar?

Based on 68,907 MOT tests across 4,188 vehicles.

66.1%
Pass Rate
6,814
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
4,188
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 3,569
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,310
Registration plate lamp not working 3,183
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,097
position lamp(s) not working 1,882
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GU08 SZF is a 2008 Nissan Kubistar in White with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2008 Nissan Kubistar models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 83,531 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan Kubistar fails its MOT is track rod end ball joint has excessive play, accounting for 3,569 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GU08 SZF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Kubistar typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Nissan Kubistar is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GU08 SZF registered?

GU08 SZF is a 2008 Nissan Kubistar, first registered on 25 March 2008.

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