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J221 PPG

1991 Nissan 300 Zx

Red Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

97,666 mi
Last recorded97,666 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1991 Nissan 300 Zx101,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ221 PPG
MakeNissan
Model300 Zx
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 97,666 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 97,019 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 95,792 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 95,132 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2023 95,132 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 94,443 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 94,036 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 93,206 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

exhaust system corroded

Fail 1 May 2019 93,203 miles

Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

exhaust system corroded

Pass 16 Apr 2018 92,766 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

exhaust system corroded

Pass 9 Mar 2017 91,683 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 90,603 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 89,924 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 88,915 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 88,461 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 85,045 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2007 85,045 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Apr 2006 79,181 miles

Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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J221 PPG is a 1991 Nissan 300 Zx in Red with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1991 Nissan 300 Zx models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 101,002 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 J221 PPG, 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 35 years old, this Nissan 300 Zx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J221 PPG registered?

J221 PPG is a 1991 Nissan 300 Zx, first registered on 26 September 1991.

Is J221 PPG safe to buy?

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