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R885 NDS

1997 Nissan Laurel

White Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2026
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

199,190 mi
Last recorded199,190 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR885 NDS
MakeNissan
ModelLaurel
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 13 Feb 2025 199,190 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2024 187,093 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2023 176,775 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 172,545 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Laurel?

Based on 3,076 MOT tests across 502 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
1,138
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
502
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 223
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 106
Brake pipe excessively corroded 99
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 94
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 89
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R885 NDS is a 1997 Nissan Laurel in White with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Nissan Laurel fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 223 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R885 NDS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Laurel typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 29 years old, this Nissan Laurel is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R885 NDS registered?

R885 NDS is a 1997 Nissan Laurel, first registered on 9 September 1997.

Is R885 NDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R885 NDS shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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