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J509 KAE

2003 Nissan 300 Zx

Black Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

88,259 mi
Last recorded88,259 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Nissan 300 Zx90,541 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ509 KAE
MakeNissan
Model300 Zx
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 88,259 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2024 74,918 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

underside has signs of corrosion

Fail 9 Jul 2024 74,744 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Rear fog lamp switch insecure (4.5.3 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 74,719 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2021 74,659 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill has hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill has hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Steering wheel rim fractured (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge has nail 265/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear sill at bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear rear diff seal oil leak

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 265/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear sill at bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))

fuel tank has dent

Pass 9 Oct 2020 73,358 miles

Nearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 73,182 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 72,667 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 70,834 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 69,311 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 67,821 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2015 67,788 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 66,860 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 65,058 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 4 May 2012 63,550 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 61,888 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 60,763 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 59,583 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 58,055 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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J509 KAE is a 2003 Nissan 300 Zx in Black with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2003 Nissan 300 Zx models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 90,541 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 J509 KAE, 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 23 years old, this Nissan 300 Zx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J509 KAE registered?

J509 KAE is a 2003 Nissan 300 Zx, first registered on 14 February 2003.

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