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K288 SGC

2001 Nissan 300 Zx

Red Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2023
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

80,213 mi
Last recorded80,213 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2023
Typical for 2001 Nissan 300 Zx88,929 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK288 SGC
MakeNissan
Model300 Zx
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Fail 11 Sep 2023 80,213 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills, both sides, inner and outer walls. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear fog light dim

Pass 10 Aug 2022 76,195 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Rear exhaust silencers corroded and shields peeling off

Pass 2 Aug 2021 72,877 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 72,351 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

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

Underside of vehicle, including sills, chassis areas, sub-frames, floorpans, all have surface corrosion.

Fail 20 Aug 2020 72,351 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Underside of vehicle, including sills, chassis areas, sub-frames, floorpans, all have surface corrosion.

Pass 21 May 2019 72,270 miles
Fail 17 May 2019 72,270 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2018 72,043 miles

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 70,745 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 67,026 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2007 67,026 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jul 2006 62,236 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2006 62,236 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

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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K288 SGC is a 2001 Nissan 300 Zx in Red with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2001 Nissan 300 Zx models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 88,929 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 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 K288 SGC, 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 25 years old, this Nissan 300 Zx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K288 SGC registered?

K288 SGC is a 2001 Nissan 300 Zx, first registered on 1 January 2001.

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