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P276 PTU

1997 Nissan Vanette

Blue Diesel 2283cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

78,915 mi
Last recorded78,915 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2012
Typical for 1997 Nissan Vanette104,702 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP276 PTU
MakeNissan
ModelVanette
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,283cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2012 78,915 miles

rear tyres signs of ageing

Pass 21 Jul 2011 76,704 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2010 75,830 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2010 75,821 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2009 74,558 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 73,203 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2008 73,203 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2007 67,731 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2007 67,731 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2006 61,447 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2006 61,447 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

How Reliable is the Nissan Vanette?

Based on 206,210 MOT tests across 22,429 vehicles.

62.5%
Pass Rate
5,235
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
22,429
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 32,381
Brake pipe excessively corroded 31,566
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 16,564
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,980
Stop lamp not working 9,137
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P276 PTU is a 1997 Nissan Vanette in Blue with a 2,283cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1997 Nissan Vanette models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.1% with a typical mileage of 104,702 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan Vanette fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 32,381 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P276 PTU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Vanette typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Nissan Vanette is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P276 PTU registered?

P276 PTU is a 1997 Nissan Vanette, first registered on 9 July 1997.

Is P276 PTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P276 PTU shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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