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H616 BGJ

1998 Nissan 300 Zx

Red Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

142,572 mi
Last recorded142,572 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Nissan 300 Zx98,417 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH616 BGJ
MakeNissan
Model300 Zx
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 142,572 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 141,060 miles

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 15 May 2024 139,422 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 136,523 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 132,165 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2021 128,305 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 127,622 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 127,622 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 127,622 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2017 127,622 miles

Steering rack gaiter insecure Both sides (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 26 May 2016 127,609 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 127,282 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 124,947 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2006 117,368 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Oil leak

Pass 21 Sep 2006 117,368 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Sep 2005 107,297 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan 300 Zx?

Based on 30,576 MOT tests across 3,810 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
1,225
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
3,810
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,493
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,351
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,351
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 869
fog lamp not working 867
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H616 BGJ is a 1998 Nissan 300 Zx in Red with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Nissan 300 Zx models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 98,417 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan 300 Zx fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,493 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H616 BGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan 300 Zx typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 28 years old, this Nissan 300 Zx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H616 BGJ?

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What year was H616 BGJ registered?

H616 BGJ is a 1998 Nissan 300 Zx, first registered on 3 December 1998.

Is H616 BGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for H616 BGJ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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