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S256 HBW

1998 Nissan Qx

Green Petrol 2988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

83,053 mi
Last recorded83,053 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2011
Typical for 1998 Nissan Qx94,855 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS256 HBW
MakeNissan
ModelQx
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,988cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2011 83,053 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak due to corroded oil filter

Fail 28 Jun 2011 83,053 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak due to corroded oil filter

Pass 30 Jun 2010 80,189 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 23 Jun 2010 80,142 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Jun 2009 76,829 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Jun 2008 74,002 miles

Front crossmember corroded.

Slight play in steering rack on O/S.

Fail 20 Jun 2008 73,990 miles

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front crossmember corroded.

Front wiper rubbers torn.

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Slight play in steering rack on O/S.

Pass 27 Jun 2007 69,916 miles

Rear brake discs slightly corroded.

Pass 22 Sep 2005 63,435 miles

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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S256 HBW is a 1998 Nissan Qx in Green with a 2,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Nissan Qx models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 94,855 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 S256 HBW, 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 28 years old, this Nissan Qx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S256 HBW registered?

S256 HBW is a 1998 Nissan Qx, first registered on 23 October 1998.

Is S256 HBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S256 HBW shows 9 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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