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DOT 626W

1981 Nissan Laurel

Orange Petrol 2393cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2014
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

54,225 mi
Last recorded54,225 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDOT 626W
MakeNissan
ModelLaurel
Year1981
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,393cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2013 54,225 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

rear exhaust hanger insecure

Fail 20 Jul 2013 54,225 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

rear exhaust hanger insecure

Pass 22 Jan 2007 54,190 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Laurel?

Based on 3,076 MOT tests across 502 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
1,138
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
502
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 223
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 106
Brake pipe excessively corroded 99
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 94
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 89
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DOT 626W is a 1981 Nissan Laurel in Orange with a 2,393cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Nissan Laurel fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 223 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DOT 626W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Laurel typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 45 years old, this Nissan Laurel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DOT 626W registered?

DOT 626W is a 1981 Nissan Laurel, first registered on 4 February 1981.

Is DOT 626W safe to buy?

The MOT history for DOT 626W shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DOT 626W have outstanding finance?

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