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J386 TVS

1998 Nissan 300 Zx

Red Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2025
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

121,152 mi
Last recorded121,152 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2024
Typical for 1998 Nissan 300 Zx98,417 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ386 TVS
MakeNissan
Model300 Zx
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2024 121,152 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2024 120,854 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2023 119,184 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 118,185 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 Nov 2020 116,948 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 115,305 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 114,900 miles

Gearbox oil leak

Oil leak ()

Pass 19 Apr 2017 114,454 miles

Off side rear light unit has damage on outer lense but not affecting lamp operation

Pass 27 Apr 2016 113,226 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2016 113,226 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Oil leak

Fail 3 Apr 2016 113,219 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 109,125 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 15 Apr 2013 108,814 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 108,814 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 105,087 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 21 Apr 2012 105,083 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 101,738 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 97,432 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 97,432 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

rear brake pads worn very low

slight leak from rear exhaust

Pass 22 Apr 2009 93,732 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2007 92,446 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 87,580 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Oil leak

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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J386 TVS is a 1998 Nissan 300 Zx in Red with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 J386 TVS, 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

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What year was J386 TVS registered?

J386 TVS is a 1998 Nissan 300 Zx, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is J386 TVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J386 TVS shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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