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K15 TEP

1993 Nissan Serena

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2018
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

148,822 mi
Last recorded148,822 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2021
Typical for 1993 Nissan Serena114,656 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK15 TEP
MakeNissan
ModelSerena
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Fail 3 Mar 2021 148,822 miles

Brake performance not tested no brake tested carried out due possabilty of metal brake pipe blowing out (1.2.1 (g))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both rear sills to rear holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture all rear metal pipes to n/s/r & o/s/r and front to rear (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Mar 2017 146,853 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 139,299 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2015 139,391 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 126,272 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2013 126,264 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 22 Sep 2012 123,689 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 123,689 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Fail 6 Oct 2011 120,016 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 120,016 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 115,727 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 115,727 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2009 112,686 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 111,003 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 110,274 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2006 110,274 miles

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

How Reliable is the Nissan Serena?

Based on 146,285 MOT tests across 20,632 vehicles.

64.2%
Pass Rate
6,048
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
20,632
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 19,194
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 18,608
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,711
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 6,531
position lamp(s) not working 6,076
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K15 TEP is a 1993 Nissan Serena in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

Across all 1993 Nissan Serena models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.4% with a typical mileage of 114,656 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Nissan Serena fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 19,194 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K15 TEP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Serena typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 33 years old, this Nissan Serena is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K15 TEP registered?

K15 TEP is a 1993 Nissan Serena, first registered on 5 March 1993.

Is K15 TEP safe to buy?

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