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L257 OYB

1994 Nissan Urvan

Blue Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

181,596 mi
Last recorded181,596 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2006
Typical for 1994 Nissan Urvan133,799 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL257 OYB
MakeNissan
ModelUrvan
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2006 181,596 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

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

diff oil leak

Fail 26 Oct 2006 181,590 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

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

diff oil leak

How Reliable is the Nissan Urvan?

Based on 7,321 MOT tests across 1,437 vehicles.

65.3%
Pass Rate
3,246
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
1,437
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 728
Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion 399
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 370
Headlamp not working on main beam 298
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 296
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L257 OYB is a 1994 Nissan Urvan in Blue with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1994 Nissan Urvan models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 133,799 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Nissan Urvan fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 728 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L257 OYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Urvan typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 32 years old, this Nissan Urvan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L257 OYB registered?

L257 OYB is a 1994 Nissan Urvan, first registered on 1 January 1994.

Is L257 OYB safe to buy?

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