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R240 WVR

1997 Perodua Nippa GX

Purple Petrol 847cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

83,900 mi
Last recorded83,900 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2006
Typical for 1997 Perodua Nippa GX53,551 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR240 WVR
MakePerodua
ModelNippa GX
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine847cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2006 83,900 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2005 75,272 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2005 75,268 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

How Reliable is the Perodua Nippa GX?

Based on 653 MOT tests across 160 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
4,618
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
160
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 69
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 57
Brake pipe excessively corroded 45
Stop lamp not working 23
brake disc excessively pitted 18
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R240 WVR is a 1997 Perodua Nippa GX in Purple with a 847cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Perodua Nippa GX models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 53,551 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 Perodua Nippa GX fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 69 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R240 WVR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was R240 WVR registered?

R240 WVR is a 1997 Perodua Nippa GX, first registered on 6 August 1997.

Is R240 WVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R240 WVR shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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