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R31 MLC

1998 Nissan Terrano

Red Diesel 2663cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

131,323 mi
Last recorded131,323 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Nissan Terrano107,122 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR31 MLC
MakeNissan
ModelTerrano
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,663cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 131,323 miles

underneath surface rust all over

Pass 29 Aug 2024 127,222 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 123,346 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 120,393 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 117,136 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 118,812 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 110,710 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 106,262 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 102,517 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 99,002 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 96,161 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 93,343 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 89,683 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 83,043 miles

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

Fail 25 Jan 2013 83,043 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 24 Jan 2012 73,490 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 66,071 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 61,452 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 56,150 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 51,589 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 45,890 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

n/s/f tyre hase a cut in the tred !!

Pass 3 Feb 2006 40,561 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 40,561 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Terrano?

Based on 433,615 MOT tests across 34,923 vehicles.

67.2%
Pass Rate
6,358
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
34,923
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 34,504
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 24,436
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 20,176
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 19,286
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 13,722
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R31 MLC is a 1998 Nissan Terrano in Red with a 2,663cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

Across all 1998 Nissan Terrano models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 107,122 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan Terrano fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 34,504 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R31 MLC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Terrano typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 28 years old, this Nissan Terrano is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R31 MLC registered?

R31 MLC is a 1998 Nissan Terrano, first registered on 29 January 1998.

Is R31 MLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R31 MLC shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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