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N53 XNU

1996 Lada Niva

Red Petrol 1690cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

45,779 mi
Last recorded45,779 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2007
Typical for 1996 Lada Niva44,684 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN53 XNU
MakeLada
ModelNiva
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,690cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2007 45,779 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2007 45,779 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 30 Aug 2006 43,023 miles

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

screen damaged zon e b

Pass 23 Sep 2005 39,623 miles

How Reliable is the Lada Niva?

Based on 2,766 MOT tests across 542 vehicles.

64.2%
Pass Rate
1,339
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
542
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 254
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 179
Brake pipe excessively corroded 167
Stop lamp not working 127
Headlamp aim too low 115
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N53 XNU is a 1996 Lada Niva in Red with a 1,690cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Lada Niva models, the average MOT pass rate is 58.9% with a typical mileage of 44,684 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lada Niva fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 254 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N53 XNU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lada Niva typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 30 years old, this Lada Niva is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N53 XNU registered?

N53 XNU is a 1996 Lada Niva, first registered on 22 March 1996.

Is N53 XNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N53 XNU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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