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S296 RWJ

1998 Perodua Nippa GX

Red Petrol 847cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

115,879 mi
Last recorded115,879 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2007
Typical for 1998 Perodua Nippa GX54,373 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS296 RWJ
MakePerodua
ModelNippa GX
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine847cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2007 115,879 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2005 11,138 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2005 11,125 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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S296 RWJ is a 1998 Perodua Nippa GX in Red with a 847cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Perodua Nippa GX models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 54,373 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 S296 RWJ, 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 28 years old, this Perodua Nippa GX is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S296 RWJ registered?

S296 RWJ is a 1998 Perodua Nippa GX, first registered on 1 October 1998.

Is S296 RWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S296 RWJ 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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