1995 NISSAN 200 SX2.0L PETROL

The most recent MOT certificate dates back to January 2023, meaning this vehicle has been off the road or untested for over three years as of today. You will need to arrange a fresh MOT immediately before driving the car, as the previous test has long expired. The mileage is exceptionally low for a 31-year-old vehicle, averaging under 3,400 miles per year. While this suggests the engine and drivetrain may have seen light use, such low activity often accelerates corrosion issues in older vehicles due to lack of use and moisture accumulation. The history reveals a worrying trend regarding structural integrity and brake system condition. In December 2022, the car failed its MOT with a dangerous defect: excessive corrosion on the offside rear chassis or body structure within 30cm of a body mounting. Although this was repaired sufficiently to pass a retest twelve days later, the presence of serious structural rot on a Japanese car of this vintage is a major red flag. You must verify the quality of this repair, as corrosion in the sills or chassis mounting points can return quickly if not cut out and replaced properly. There is also evidence of temporary fixes rather than proper repairs on the braking system. Both rear brake pipes were noted as corroded and "covered in grease or other material" at both the failure and the subsequent pass.