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R83 UWB

1997 Perodua Nippa GX

Purple Petrol 847cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

68,403 mi
Last recorded68,403 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2007
Typical for 1997 Perodua Nippa GX53,551 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR83 UWB
MakePerodua
ModelNippa GX
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine847cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2007 68,403 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 65,121 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2006 65,121 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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R83 UWB 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 R83 UWB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R83 UWB registered?

R83 UWB is a 1997 Perodua Nippa GX, first registered on 30 September 1997.

Is R83 UWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R83 UWB 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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