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W853 VAW

2000 Nissan Vanette

Red Diesel 2283cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

143,716 mi
Last recorded143,716 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2015
Typical for 2000 Nissan Vanette85,074 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW853 VAW
MakeNissan
ModelVanette
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,283cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2015 143,716 miles

chip in screen

heavy corrosion throught vehicle

Pass 15 Oct 2014 128,213 miles

Corosion throughout underbody

Oil leak

registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Oct 2013 120,630 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2013 20,604 miles

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

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

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

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

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

Nearside rear tyre worn to 2mm

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

Offside rear tyre worn to 3mm

Pass 21 Aug 2012 113,429 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 21 Aug 2012 113,429 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2011 109,039 miles

slight binding on n/s/f brake

Pass 3 Jun 2010 106,672 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 106,668 miles

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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 May 2009 105,709 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 104,314 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 96,969 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 96,860 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2006 88,481 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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W853 VAW is a 2000 Nissan Vanette in Red with a 2,283cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 W853 VAW, 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.

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What year was W853 VAW registered?

W853 VAW is a 2000 Nissan Vanette, first registered on 12 May 2000.

Is W853 VAW safe to buy?

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