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R997 TLO

1998 Perodua Nippa

Silver Petrol 847cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

51,127 mi
Last recorded51,127 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2016
Typical for 1998 Perodua Nippa47,634 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR997 TLO
MakePerodua
ModelNippa
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine847cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2016 51,127 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both end rubbers (2.4.G.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front cv boot starting to perish

Offside Front brake binding slightly

play in inner rack joint(s)

Fail 30 Mar 2016 51,127 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both end rubbers (2.4.G.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front cv boot starting to perish

Offside Front brake binding slightly

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

play in inner rack joint(s)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 49,524 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 49,524 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 48,360 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 47,122 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 45,766 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 45,765 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2011 44,083 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 41,923 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 39,636 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 39,636 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2008 37,684 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 35,860 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 33,787 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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R997 TLO is a 1998 Perodua Nippa in Silver with a 847cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 R997 TLO, 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

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What year was R997 TLO registered?

R997 TLO is a 1998 Perodua Nippa, first registered on 13 February 1998.

Is R997 TLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R997 TLO shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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