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R48 YJU

1998 Nissan Caravan

White Diesel 3150cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

83,661 mi
Last recorded83,661 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Nissan Caravan103,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR48 YJU
MakeNissan
ModelCaravan
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,150cc
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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 83,661 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2024 82,142 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Central Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported pipes (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s/f & o/s/f (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all front and rear components have slight corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

fuel tank corroded

Fail 19 Oct 2024 82,140 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside All outline marker lamps not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour lens upside down (4.4.3 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Central Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system above rear axle (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule fronts and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all front and rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) obviously incorrectly positioned both lenses fitted upside down, not symmetrical (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 18 Oct 2024 82,139 miles

Nearside Front Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at load sensing valve (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 80,925 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front/mid section corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

steering lock missing

Pass 14 Apr 2022 79,001 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 77,996 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 9 Apr 2021 77,986 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 75,312 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2019 75,312 miles

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 73,686 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 9 Jul 2018 73,686 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 71,494 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 69,033 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 66,433 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 61,815 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 58,006 miles

near side rear tyre on 4mm

Fail 25 Jun 2013 58,006 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

near side rear tyre on 4mm

Pass 22 Jul 2010 54,378 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 51,798 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2008 51,792 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 Sep 2007 41,755 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 37,092 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Caravan?

Based on 1,835 MOT tests across 141 vehicles.

65.9%
Pass Rate
4,686
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
141
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 86
fog lamp not working 71
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 69
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 68
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 60
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R48 YJU is a 1998 Nissan Caravan in White with a 3,150cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 1998 Nissan Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 103,216 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 Caravan fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R48 YJU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was R48 YJU registered?

R48 YJU is a 1998 Nissan Caravan, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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