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K178 TBJ

1993 Nissan Serena

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

103,348 mi
Last recorded103,348 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2018
Typical for 1993 Nissan Serena114,656 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK178 TBJ
MakeNissan
ModelSerena
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2018 103,348 miles

Offside Rear light damaged

windscreen damaged

Pass 6 Jun 2017 102,939 miles

Offside Rear light damaged

damage to windscreen

Pass 11 Jun 2016 101,839 miles

crack in windscreen

offside rear lamp damaged

Fail 10 Jun 2016 101,839 miles

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

crack in windscreen

cut in nearside front tyre

offside rear lamp damaged

Pass 11 Jun 2015 100,218 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

o/s/r light damaged

windscreen damaged

Fail 9 Jun 2015 100,218 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

o/s/r light damaged

windscreen damaged

Pass 2 Jun 2014 98,619 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2013 96,737 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

o/s/r light damaged

Pass 7 Jun 2012 93,643 miles

n/s/r seat loose

o/s/r light cluster damaged

Fail 6 Jun 2012 93,643 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

n/s/r seat loose

o/s/r light cluster damaged

Pass 8 Jun 2011 92,109 miles

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

o/s/r light damaged

Pass 27 May 2010 91,466 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 90,846 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 89,508 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 87,880 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 85,699 miles

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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K178 TBJ is a 1993 Nissan Serena in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 K178 TBJ, 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 K178 TBJ registered?

K178 TBJ is a 1993 Nissan Serena, first registered on 30 January 1993.

Is K178 TBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for K178 TBJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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