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YC08 UGN

2008 Nissan Note

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

58,578 mi
Last recorded58,578 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Nissan Note63,323 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC08 UGN
MakeNissan
ModelNote
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2025 58,578 miles

Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both needs polishing!! (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder ()

Pass 26 Sep 2024 57,720 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 26 Sep 2024 57,720 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced Both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2023 56,913 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 55,258 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 53,827 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 51,267 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 27 Apr 2019 47,324 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2019 47,324 miles

Position lamp not working both front (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 44,115 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 41,116 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 38,675 miles

Nearside Front tyre outer wall has a cut not deep to see any cords

Nearside Rear tyre has a nail

Offside Front tyre outer wall damage

Offside Front tyre outer wall has a cut not deep to see any coreds

Offside Rear tyre has a nail

center stop light not working

Fail 3 May 2016 38,675 miles

Nearside Front tyre outer wall has a cut not deep to see any cords

Nearside Rear tyre has a nail

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front tyre outer wall damage

Offside Front tyre outer wall has a cut not deep to see any coreds

Offside Rear tyre has a nail

center stop light not working

Fail 29 Apr 2016 38,622 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front tyre outer wall has a cut not deep to see any cords

Nearside Rear tyre has a nail

Offside Front tyre outer wall damage

Offside Front tyre outer wall has a cut not deep to see any coreds

Offside Rear tyre has a nail

center stop light not working

item removed from driver view mirror before test

Pass 4 Apr 2015 35,703 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 32,040 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 29,162 miles

b0th front tyres close ilegal limit

rear wiper blade damage

Pass 25 Apr 2012 25,383 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 21,945 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Note?

Based on 2,716,974 MOT tests across 180,658 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
5,170
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
180,658
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

coil spring broken 38,645
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 30,534
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 28,389
Stop lamp not working 26,678
Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect 18,089
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YC08 UGN is a 2008 Nissan Note in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2008 Nissan Note models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 63,323 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan Note fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 38,645 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YC08 UGN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Note typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Nissan Note is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YC08 UGN registered?

YC08 UGN is a 2008 Nissan Note, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is YC08 UGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC08 UGN shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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