2016 Nissan Pulsar 1.2L Petrol · VE16 XTW
2016 Nissan Pulsar (1.2L, petrol). First registered 29 Jul 2016. Recorded mileage 47,242 miles. MOT valid until 18 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- NISSAN PULSAR
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 47,242 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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VE16 XTW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/08/2026
- 47,242 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
VE16 XTW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Nissan Pulsar (VE16 XTW) between August 2022 and August 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 5 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
VE16 XTW Mileage History
- 01/08/202232,684 mi
- 28/07/202335,784 mi+3,100 mi
- 12/08/202439,778 mi+3,994 mi
- 14/08/202542,951 mi+3,173 mi
- 10/08/202647,242 mi+4,291 mi
Average of roughly 3,617 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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