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S359 GFC

1998 Nissan Vanette

Blue Diesel 2283cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

165,331 mi
Last recorded165,331 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2008
Typical for 1998 Nissan Vanette96,924 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS359 GFC
MakeNissan
ModelVanette
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,283cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2008 165,331 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

n/s front and o/s front brake hoses cracked

o/s front sill panal corroded

Fail 5 Aug 2008 165,331 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

n/s front and o/s front brake hoses cracked

o/s front sill panal corroded

Pass 29 Nov 2006 165,331 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2005 165,331 miles

Offside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Nov 2005 165,331 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Vanette?

Based on 206,210 MOT tests across 22,429 vehicles.

62.5%
Pass Rate
5,235
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
22,429
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 32,381
Brake pipe excessively corroded 31,566
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 16,564
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,980
Stop lamp not working 9,137
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S359 GFC is a 1998 Nissan Vanette in Blue with a 2,283cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1998 Nissan Vanette models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.7% with a typical mileage of 96,924 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 Vanette fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 32,381 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S359 GFC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Vanette typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 28 years old, this Nissan Vanette is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S359 GFC registered?

S359 GFC is a 1998 Nissan Vanette, first registered on 28 August 1998.

Is S359 GFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S359 GFC shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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