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R196 KSC

1998 Perodua Nippa Ex

White Petrol 847cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2009
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

77,460 mi
Last recorded77,460 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2008
Typical for 1998 Perodua Nippa Ex48,886 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR196 KSC
MakePerodua
ModelNippa Ex
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine847cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2008 77,460 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2008 77,458 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Fail 16 Jul 2008 76,286 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

fuel pipes ex/ corrosion but not leaking

Pass 2 Aug 2007 64,188 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 23 Jul 2007 63,810 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 4 Aug 2006 50,667 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Fail 4 Aug 2006 50,667 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

How Reliable is the Perodua Nippa Ex?

Based on 1,417 MOT tests across 320 vehicles.

65.3%
Pass Rate
4,457
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
320
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 195
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 142
Brake pipe excessively corroded 110
Stop lamp not working 65
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 58
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R196 KSC is a 1998 Perodua Nippa Ex in White with a 847cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1998 Perodua Nippa Ex models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 48,886 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 Perodua Nippa Ex fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 195 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R196 KSC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Perodua Nippa Ex typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Perodua Nippa Ex is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R196 KSC registered?

R196 KSC is a 1998 Perodua Nippa Ex, first registered on 9 April 1998.

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