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K298 MGX

2005 Nissan 180SX

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

194,064 mi
Last recorded194,064 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK298 MGX
MakeNissan
Model180SX
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2017 194,064 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 197,373 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 187,443 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 7 Sep 2013 180,260 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 6 Sep 2013 180,231 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Sep 2012 164,617 miles

Front bumper insecure

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Upper Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Rear bumper insecure

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

Pass 20 Aug 2011 157,158 miles

lowering springs fitted front and rear

sill covers fitted

vehicle used for day time use only

Pass 1 Jul 2010 152,851 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 27 Jun 2009 148,418 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2009 148,418 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 148,119 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 144,208 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 137,599 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan 180SX?

Based on 684 MOT tests across 113 vehicles.

75.6%
Pass Rate
2,705
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
113
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 35
Steering rack gaiter split 18
Headlamp aim too high 16
position lamp(s) not working 16
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 15
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K298 MGX is a 2005 Nissan 180SX in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

The most common reason a Nissan 180SX fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K298 MGX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan 180SX typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 21 years old, this Nissan 180SX is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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K298 MGX is a 2005 Nissan 180SX, first registered on 18 August 2005.

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