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J200 DSX

1997 Nissan 200 SX

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

42,277 mi
Last recorded42,277 miles
Recorded on31 May 2011
Typical for 1997 Nissan 200 SX96,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ200 DSX
MakeNissan
Model200 SX
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2011 42,277 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 40,363 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 39,305 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 36,903 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2005 30,633 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2005 30,633 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

How Reliable is the Nissan 200 SX?

Based on 71,759 MOT tests across 8,673 vehicles.

70.2%
Pass Rate
3,157
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
8,673
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 5,770
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,276
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,953
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,714
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,082
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J200 DSX is a 1997 Nissan 200 SX in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Nissan 200 SX models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 96,536 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan 200 SX fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 5,770 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J200 DSX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan 200 SX typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 29 years old, this Nissan 200 SX is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J200 DSX registered?

J200 DSX is a 1997 Nissan 200 SX, first registered on 17 June 1997.

Is J200 DSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J200 DSX shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J200 DSX have outstanding finance?

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