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LA13 JGF

2013 Nissan Serena

Blue Hybrid electric (clean) 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

194,373 mi
Last recorded194,373 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Nissan Serena82,803 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA13 JGF
MakeNissan
ModelSerena
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 194,373 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 190,707 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2024 190,707 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2023 171,479 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2023 171,479 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Dec 2022 158,314 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 157,649 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 146,661 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 138,010 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 133,959 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both side (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 25 Jan 2021 133,959 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both side (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2020 127,202 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 109,916 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 90,048 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2019 90,048 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 10 Dec 2018 86,337 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 64,457 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 46,841 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 46,475 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 46,405 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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LA13 JGF is a 2013 Nissan Serena in Blue with a 1,997cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2013 Nissan Serena models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 82,803 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 LA13 JGF, 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 13 years old, this Nissan Serena is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LA13 JGF registered?

LA13 JGF is a 2013 Nissan Serena, first registered on 31 December 2013.

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