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J87 MAK

1993 Nissan 200 SX

Red Petrol 1809cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Dec 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

157,244 mi
Last recorded157,244 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 1993 Nissan 200 SX109,470 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ87 MAK
MakeNissan
Model200 SX
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,809cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 157,244 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 156,920 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2023 156,860 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2022 156,770 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2021 156,624 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2020 156,542 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 156,235 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 155,541 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 155,428 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 153,150 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 153,150 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2014 153,148 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 149,381 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2011 149,243 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

advise - rear arches are welded properly

advise strongly - repairs not very good in all wheel arch areas - lots of spot welds and cover up with sealer

Pass 9 Oct 2010 145,177 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 143,365 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 143,360 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 141,965 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 141,110 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan 200 SX?

Based on 71,759 MOT tests across 8,673 vehicles.

70.2%
Pass Rate
3,157
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
8,673
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 5,770
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,276
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,953
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,714
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,082
Full Nissan 200 SX reliability report

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J87 MAK is a 1993 Nissan 200 SX in Red with a 1,809cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1993 Nissan 200 SX models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 109,470 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan 200 SX fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 5,770 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J87 MAK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan 200 SX typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 33 years old, this Nissan 200 SX is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J87 MAK registered?

J87 MAK is a 1993 Nissan 200 SX, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is J87 MAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for J87 MAK shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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