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K20 DSX

1997 Nissan 200 SX

Purple Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

98,288 mi
Last recorded98,288 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2023
Typical for 1997 Nissan 200 SX96,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK20 DSX
MakeNissan
Model200 SX
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2023 98,288 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 95,100 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 89,650 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 86,138 miles

under seal applied to under body

Pass 7 Aug 2019 83,650 miles

under seal applied to under body

Pass 5 May 2018 79,963 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 19 May 2015 72,320 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

no rear seats fitted

outer sills coverd by trim

Pass 21 May 2014 63,039 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

no rear seats or seat belts fitted at time of test

outer sills coverd by trim

Pass 17 May 2013 62,901 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 61,702 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 61,103 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 59,800 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 58,964 miles

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

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 14 May 2008 57,055 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 53,255 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2006 53,255 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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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K20 DSX is a 1997 Nissan 200 SX in Purple with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 K20 DSX, 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 K20 DSX?

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What year was K20 DSX registered?

K20 DSX is a 1997 Nissan 200 SX, first registered on 30 October 1997.

Is K20 DSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for K20 DSX shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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