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R461 UFC

1997 Nissan Qx

Green Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2014
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

184,834 mi
Last recorded184,834 miles
Recorded on14 May 2013
Typical for 1997 Nissan Qx103,408 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR461 UFC
MakeNissan
ModelQx
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc
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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 May 2013 184,834 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 May 2012 174,180 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 174,177 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre 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 Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 3 May 2011 168,831 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 168,831 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 161,693 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2010 161,693 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar missing (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

brake fluid low and dirty

wiper blades worn

Pass 25 Apr 2009 154,653 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 154,653 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Apr 2008 146,688 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 27 Mar 2008 146,688 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 25 Jun 2007 135,506 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 135,506 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Jun 2006 115,618 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 115,618 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)

How Reliable is the Nissan Qx?

Based on 6,130 MOT tests across 868 vehicles.

67.6%
Pass Rate
5,176
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
868
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 537
Brake pipe excessively corroded 380
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 336
Stop lamp not working 208
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 200
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R461 UFC is a 1997 Nissan Qx in Green with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

Across all 1997 Nissan Qx models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 103,408 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 Qx fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 537 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R461 UFC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Qx typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Nissan Qx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R461 UFC registered?

R461 UFC is a 1997 Nissan Qx, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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