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YG08 YXN

2008 Nissan Note

Silver Petrol 1386cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

141,332 mi
Last recorded141,332 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Nissan Note63,323 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG08 YXN
MakeNissan
ModelNote
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,386cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 141,332 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 17 Apr 2025 135,948 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Fail 17 Apr 2025 135,948 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2024 130,909 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2024 130,903 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 24 Apr 2023 126,214 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2023 126,214 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 7 Apr 2022 121,262 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2022 121,262 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2021 116,565 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 115,725 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jan 2021 115,725 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2020 111,901 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 107,215 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 103,300 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 98,125 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 93,165 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 89,138 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front brake pads wearing low

front downpipe heatshield loose

part worn nearside rear tyre fitted for retest

remaining tyres wearing low

Fail 20 Jan 2015 89,090 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front brake pads wearing low

front downpipe heatshield loose

remaining tyres wearing low

Fail 22 Jan 2014 78,886 miles

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE ON TREAD LIMIT

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 22 Jan 2014 78,886 miles

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE ON TREAD LIMIT

Fail 18 Jan 2013 67,719 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 18 Jan 2013 67,719 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 58,762 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 49,833 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2011 49,833 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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YG08 YXN is a 2008 Nissan Note in Silver with a 1,386cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YG08 YXN, 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 YG08 YXN registered?

YG08 YXN is a 2008 Nissan Note, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is YG08 YXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG08 YXN shows 26 tests with a 65.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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