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N796 SFH

1996 Nissan Mistral

Blue Diesel 2700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

141,096 mi
Last recorded141,096 miles
Recorded on10 May 2013
Typical for 1996 Nissan Mistral125,725 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN796 SFH
MakeNissan
ModelMistral
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,700cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2013 141,096 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

exhaust deteriorated

surface rust all over under side

Fail 3 May 2013 141,096 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

exhaust deteriorated

surface rust all over under side

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 137,438 miles

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

REAR SEATS REMOVED BELTS NOT TESTED

Fail 15 Jun 2011 137,415 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

REAR SEATS REMOVED BELTS NOT TESTED

Pass 19 May 2010 130,441 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 115,584 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2007 107,936 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 96,058 miles
Fail 18 May 2006 96,058 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

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

oil leak

How Reliable is the Nissan Mistral?

Based on 6,134 MOT tests across 599 vehicles.

67.9%
Pass Rate
6,952
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
599
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 431
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 355
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 289
position lamp(s) not working 238
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 220
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N796 SFH is a 1996 Nissan Mistral in Blue with a 2,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Nissan Mistral models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 125,725 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 Mistral fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 431 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N796 SFH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Mistral typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 30 years old, this Nissan Mistral is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N796 SFH registered?

N796 SFH is a 1996 Nissan Mistral, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N796 SFH safe to buy?

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