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A9 BGF

1998 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

97,334 mi
Last recorded97,334 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2016
Typical for 1998 Nissan Almera80,168 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 BGF
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2016 97,334 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2015 95,942 miles

fuel filler pipe corroded

steering rack damp

Fail 10 Sep 2015 95,942 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

fuel filler pipe corroded

steering rack damp

Pass 15 Sep 2014 94,910 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

both sills & underbody corroded

brake pipes coated unable to fully inspect

steering rack damp

Pass 4 Sep 2013 93,735 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

both outer sills corroded

brake pipes coated unableto fully inspect

Pass 11 Sep 2012 92,729 miles

both outer sills corroded

brake pipes coated unable to fully inspect

n/s front tyre perished & worn on inner edge

power steering pipes damp

rear tyres perished

Pass 6 Sep 2011 88,488 miles

n/s front tyre wearing on inner edge,both rears & n/s front perished

rear brakes slightly uneven

Fail 5 Sep 2011 88,483 miles

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

n/s front tyre wearing on inner edge,both rears & n/s front perished

rear brakes slightly uneven

Pass 10 Sep 2010 83,171 miles

o/s rear tyre perished

rear brakes slightly ueven

Fail 9 Sep 2010 83,171 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

o/s rear tyre perished

rear brakes slightly ueven

Pass 27 Aug 2009 77,527 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

o/s rear tyre perished

rear ends of outer sills corroded

Fail 15 Sep 2008 73,011 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

o/s rear tyre perished

outer sills corroded

Pass 15 Sep 2008 73,011 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

o/s rear tyre perished

outer sills corroded

Pass 12 Sep 2007 67,933 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 12 Sep 2007 67,933 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Sep 2006 63,197 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Almera?

Based on 2,976,239 MOT tests across 231,560 vehicles.

71.1%
Pass Rate
5,550
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
231,560
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 141,538
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 88,997
Brake pipe excessively corroded 84,584
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 77,923
position lamp(s) not working 67,756
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A9 BGF is a 1998 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1998 Nissan Almera models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 80,168 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan Almera fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 141,538 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A9 BGF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Almera typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Nissan Almera is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A9 BGF registered?

A9 BGF is a 1998 Nissan Almera, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is A9 BGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A9 BGF shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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