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W278 PDW

2000 Nissan Vanette

Blue Diesel 2283cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2013
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

170,958 mi
Last recorded170,958 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2012
Typical for 2000 Nissan Vanette85,074 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW278 PDW
MakeNissan
ModelVanette
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,283cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2012 170,958 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 162,512 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 23 Jun 2011 162,424 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 151,025 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2010 151,013 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2009 140,504 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 128,135 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 132,478 miles

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 118,527 miles

all metal brake pipes starting to corrode

steering rack starting to get damp

Fail 6 Jun 2007 118,527 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

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

all metal brake pipes starting to corrode

steering rack starting to get damp

Pass 31 May 2006 99,973 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2005 84,515 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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W278 PDW is a 2000 Nissan Vanette in Blue with a 2,283cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2000 Nissan Vanette models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 85,074 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 W278 PDW, 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 26 years old, this Nissan Vanette is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W278 PDW registered?

W278 PDW is a 2000 Nissan Vanette, first registered on 26 June 2000.

Is W278 PDW safe to buy?

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