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R144 OTD

1998 Nissan Pickup

Red Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

100,144 mi
Last recorded100,144 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2010
Typical for 1998 Nissan Pickup95,345 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR144 OTD
MakeNissan
ModelPickup
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2010 100,144 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Battery insecure

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 17 Dec 2010 100,141 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Battery insecure

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 19 Sep 2008 86,187 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 24 Sep 2007 81,357 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

front cab cross member starting to show signs of corrosion as chalked

Pass 24 Sep 2007 81,357 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

front cab cross member starting to show signs of corrosion as chalked

Fail 22 Sep 2006 79,199 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 22 Sep 2006 79,199 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

How Reliable is the Nissan Pickup?

Based on 139,472 MOT tests across 10,648 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
6,395
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
10,648
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,683
brake binding 6,967
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,530
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,217
Exhaust system not adequately supported 3,701
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R144 OTD is a 1998 Nissan Pickup in Red with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1998 Nissan Pickup models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.4% with a typical mileage of 95,345 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 Pickup fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 9,683 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R144 OTD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Pickup typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Nissan Pickup is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R144 OTD registered?

R144 OTD is a 1998 Nissan Pickup, first registered on 9 April 1998.

Is R144 OTD safe to buy?

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