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S823 LEP

1998 Nissan 180SX

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

272,096 mi
Last recorded272,096 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Nissan 180SX158,641 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS823 LEP
MakeNissan
Model180SX
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 272,096 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak

Pass 4 Feb 2025

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2024

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Fail 5 Feb 2024

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 8 Feb 2023 249,605 miles

Nearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2022 240,517 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2022 240,517 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

How Reliable is the Nissan 180SX?

Based on 684 MOT tests across 113 vehicles.

75.6%
Pass Rate
2,705
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
113
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 35
Steering rack gaiter split 18
Headlamp aim too high 16
position lamp(s) not working 16
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 15
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S823 LEP is a 1998 Nissan 180SX in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Nissan 180SX models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 158,641 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 180SX fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S823 LEP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan 180SX typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Nissan 180SX is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S823 LEP registered?

S823 LEP is a 1998 Nissan 180SX, first registered on 10 September 1998.

Is S823 LEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S823 LEP shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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