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P318 GPD

1997 Nissan Caravan

Brown Diesel 2660cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2026
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

94,227 mi
Last recorded94,227 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2025
Typical for 1997 Nissan Caravan117,990 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP318 GPD
MakeNissan
ModelCaravan
Year1997
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,660cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2025 94,227 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2025 94,226 miles

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

How Reliable is the Nissan Caravan?

Based on 1,835 MOT tests across 141 vehicles.

65.9%
Pass Rate
4,686
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
141
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 86
fog lamp not working 71
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 69
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 68
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 60
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P318 GPD is a 1997 Nissan Caravan in Brown with a 2,660cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Nissan Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 117,990 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 Caravan fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P318 GPD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P318 GPD?

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What year was P318 GPD registered?

P318 GPD is a 1997 Nissan Caravan, first registered on 9 February 1997.

Is P318 GPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P318 GPD shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P318 GPD have outstanding finance?

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