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K281 DPY

1993 Nissan 300 Zx

Red Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

74,154 mi
Last recorded74,154 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 1993 Nissan 300 Zx95,507 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK281 DPY
MakeNissan
Model300 Zx
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 74,154 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2025 73,967 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 73,582 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 73,379 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

entire vehicle underside heavily undersealed

Pass 29 Jul 2020 73,244 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

vehicle underside and components undersealed

Pass 20 Sep 2018 72,156 miles

vehicle heavly undersealed

Pass 4 Aug 2017 71,188 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 28 Jul 2017 71,183 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear wheel steering leaking hydraulic fluid (2.2.B.1i)

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

Offside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 69,800 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2016 69,800 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 May 2015 68,664 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 68,556 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 67,926 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 66,907 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2011 65,465 miles

Oil leak

slight movement in steering rack mounting rubbers on subframe

Pass 29 Dec 2010 63,185 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 62,679 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

slight crack in front numberplate

slight play in steering rack on nearside front

Fail 28 Jun 2010 62,679 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

slight crack in front numberplate

slight play in steering rack on nearside front

Pass 7 Jul 2009 61,809 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 61,183 miles

Offside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 2 Jul 2007 60,394 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 59,151 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2005 57,257 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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K281 DPY is a 1993 Nissan 300 Zx in Red with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1993 Nissan 300 Zx models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 95,507 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 K281 DPY, 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 33 years old, this Nissan 300 Zx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K281 DPY registered?

K281 DPY is a 1993 Nissan 300 Zx, first registered on 23 June 1993.

Is K281 DPY safe to buy?

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