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R401 DDV

1998 Perodua Nippa

Silver Petrol 847cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2010
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,834 mi
Last recorded18,834 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2009
Typical for 1998 Perodua Nippa47,634 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR401 DDV
MakePerodua
ModelNippa
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine847cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 26 Aug 2009 18,834 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 18,677 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 18,531 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 18,299 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2005 17,926 miles

How Reliable is the Perodua Nippa?

Based on 22,694 MOT tests across 2,547 vehicles.

68.0%
Pass Rate
3,023
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
2,547
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 2,262
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,491
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,182
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 843
Stop lamp not working 599
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R401 DDV is a 1998 Perodua Nippa in Silver with a 847cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Perodua Nippa models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 47,634 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Perodua Nippa fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 2,262 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R401 DDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Perodua Nippa typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Perodua Nippa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R401 DDV?

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What year was R401 DDV registered?

R401 DDV is a 1998 Perodua Nippa, first registered on 5 January 1998.

Is R401 DDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R401 DDV shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R401 DDV have outstanding finance?

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