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N862 OGC

1999 Nissan Serena

Maroon Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

212,245 mi
Last recorded212,245 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2014
Typical for 1999 Nissan Serena87,015 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN862 OGC
MakeNissan
ModelSerena
Year1999
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2014 212,245 miles

all four tyres on or near to legal limit

nearside rear outer sill corroded

offside and nearside front suspension arms corroded and bushes worn

offside sill corroded

pinholes in rear exhaust

surface corrosion to metal brake pipes

unable to measure brake pads

Pass 3 Dec 2013 208,887 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

exhaust corroded

oil leaks

surface corrosion to metal brake pipes

unable to measure brake pads

Pass 3 Dec 2012 196,863 miles

unable to measure brake pads

Pass 29 Nov 2011 182,751 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2011 182,746 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 29 Nov 2010 171,656 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 151,744 miles

nearside front tyre worn to legal limit

rear exhaust corroded

unable to measure brake pads

Pass 6 Jun 2008 141,359 miles

exhaust corroded

offside and nearside front suspension arm bushes worn

unable to measure brake pads

Fail 6 Jun 2008 141,359 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

exhaust corroded

offside and nearside front suspension arm bushes worn

unable to measure brake pads

Pass 6 Jun 2007 131,993 miles

air bag light on

rear exhaust corroded

unable to measure brake pads

Fail 21 Dec 2005 117,111 miles

Centre Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

exhaust corroded.

Pass 21 Dec 2005 117,111 miles

exhaust corroded.

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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N862 OGC is a 1999 Nissan Serena in Maroon with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 Nissan Serena models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.8% with a typical mileage of 87,015 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 N862 OGC, 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 27 years old, this Nissan Serena is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N862 OGC registered?

N862 OGC is a 1999 Nissan Serena, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is N862 OGC safe to buy?

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