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YH08 VBD

2008 Nissan Note

Beige Petrol 1386cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

86,623 mi
Last recorded86,623 miles
Recorded on17 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Nissan Note63,323 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH08 VBD
MakeNissan
ModelNote
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,386cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 May 2026 86,623 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both side

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 17 May 2026 86,623 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both side

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 May 2025 79,433 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both Side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both Side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 May 2024 72,899 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both Side. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 18 May 2024 72,899 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both Side. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2023 67,540 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2023 67,540 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 62,010 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2022 62,010 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2021 54,220 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 22 Feb 2021 54,220 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Feb 2020 49,218 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 45,674 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 42,643 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 40,288 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 38,106 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 35,401 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 33,066 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 29,589 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2012 26,099 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 19,332 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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YH08 VBD is a 2008 Nissan Note in Beige with a 1,386cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 YH08 VBD, 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 YH08 VBD registered?

YH08 VBD is a 2008 Nissan Note, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is YH08 VBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH08 VBD shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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