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Y481 SUR

2001 Perodua Nippa

Blue Petrol 847cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30,622 mi
Last recorded30,622 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2014
Typical for 2001 Perodua Nippa34,987 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY481 SUR
MakePerodua
ModelNippa
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine847cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2014 30,622 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

exhaust corroded

Pass 19 Jun 2013 30,402 miles

NSF tyre worn on outer edge

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 19 Jun 2013 30,402 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

NSF tyre worn on outer edge

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Weep of grease from cv gaitor where secured to driveshaft, both sides

Pass 18 Jun 2012 29,501 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 28,446 miles

nearside rear tyre center tread low

offside rear tyre out of shape

Pass 16 Jun 2010 27,169 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 24,390 miles

both rear bump stops broken

Pass 11 Jun 2008 22,416 miles

both rear bump stops insecure

Pass 5 Jun 2007 20,840 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2007 20,840 miles

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

offside and nearside rear suspension bump stops broken

Fail 14 Jun 2006 18,967 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2006 18,967 miles

How Reliable is the Perodua Nippa?

Based on 22,694 MOT tests across 2,547 vehicles.

68.0%
Pass Rate
3,023
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
2,547
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 2,262
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,491
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,182
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 843
Stop lamp not working 599
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Y481 SUR is a 2001 Perodua Nippa in Blue with a 847cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Perodua Nippa models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 34,987 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Perodua Nippa fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 2,262 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y481 SUR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Perodua Nippa typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 25 years old, this Perodua Nippa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y481 SUR registered?

Y481 SUR is a 2001 Perodua Nippa, first registered on 21 June 2001.

Is Y481 SUR safe to buy?

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