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N536 SMX

1996 Nissan Largo

White Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,485 mi
Last recorded94,485 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2017
Typical for 1996 Nissan Largo127,287 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN536 SMX
MakeNissan
ModelLargo
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2017 94,485 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly chafed across rear axle (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 94,062 miles

Both front suspension arms, all bushes deteriorated & have play

Front wipers torn

Rear exhaust blowing

Rear offside to nearside & both front brake pipes corroded

Fail 21 Jul 2016 94,062 miles

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

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

Both front suspension arms, all bushes deteriorated & have play

Front wipers torn

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

Rear exhaust blowing

Rear offside to nearside & both front brake pipes corroded

Pass 24 Aug 2015 92,602 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all rear brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

throttle sticking

Fail 24 Aug 2015 92,602 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported back box (7.1.1)

Brake pipe slightly corroded all rear brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

throttle sticking

Pass 15 Jul 2014 87,861 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Jul 2014 87,861 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2013 80,866 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 77,982 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Fail 21 Oct 2011 716,055 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2011 716,055 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2010 57,269 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2010 57,269 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 51,105 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 44,288 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 44,288 miles

Oil leak

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Oct 2007 43,342 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 42,602 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Largo?

Based on 13,079 MOT tests across 1,274 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
6,140
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,274
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,006
fog lamp not working 891
Steering rack gaiter split 546
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 495
Brake pipe excessively corroded 453
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N536 SMX is a 1996 Nissan Largo in White with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Nissan Largo models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 127,287 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan Largo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,006 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N536 SMX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Largo typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 30 years old, this Nissan Largo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N536 SMX registered?

N536 SMX is a 1996 Nissan Largo, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N536 SMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N536 SMX shows 18 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.

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