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F840 SMK

1988 Nissan Laurel

Gold Petrol 2393cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

54,879 mi
Last recorded54,879 miles
Recorded on28 May 2025
Typical for 1988 Nissan Laurel92,185 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF840 SMK
MakeNissan
ModelLaurel
Year1988
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,393cc
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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2025 54,879 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 54,396 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 54,384 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 54,123 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 53,063 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 52,914 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 52,863 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 52,736 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 52,648 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 52,268 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 51,991 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 May 2014 51,991 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 51,493 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 51,003 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 50,264 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 49,118 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 47,725 miles

slight play steering column uj

Pass 14 May 2008 46,435 miles

Lower Steering column flexible coupling has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 18 May 2007 45,528 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 43,958 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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F840 SMK is a 1988 Nissan Laurel in Gold with a 2,393cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1988 Nissan Laurel models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 92,185 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 F840 SMK, 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 38 years old, this Nissan Laurel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F840 SMK registered?

F840 SMK is a 1988 Nissan Laurel, first registered on 10 November 1988.

Is F840 SMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for F840 SMK shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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