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J3 CEL

1997 Nissan 200 SX

Purple Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

72,213 mi
Last recorded72,213 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2013
Typical for 1997 Nissan 200 SX96,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ3 CEL
MakeNissan
Model200 SX
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2013 72,213 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 67,334 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2011 59,950 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 56,217 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2010 56,217 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 50,611 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2008 44,726 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 39,395 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 34,338 miles

Front number plat cracked

wiper blades need changing

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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J3 CEL is a 1997 Nissan 200 SX in Purple with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 J3 CEL, 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

How do I check the history of J3 CEL?

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What year was J3 CEL registered?

J3 CEL is a 1997 Nissan 200 SX, first registered on 27 March 1997.

Is J3 CEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J3 CEL shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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