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(1.2.1b)The high level stop lamp does not illuminate when the foot brake is applied,it is not possible within mot scheme rules to establish if the lamp is connected
(2.4A.2)/(5.2.6)The welding repairs carried out to this vehicle can be seen to have been plated, and although the minimum criteria recommended by VOSA is a continous seem weld,
(2.4A.2)The nearside rear suspension prescribed area has corrosion present which has not yet reached the point of test failure,but will soon require attention
(2.5C.1a)The offside front drive shaft outer constant velocity joint gaiter is deteriorating
(2c)There is presence of oil indicating that the engine/transmission both have oil leaks present
(2d)Personal effects left within the boot/vehicle must be removed prior to presenting your vehicle for an examination
(3.3A.1b)The brake pedal anti-slip provision is worn
(3.6B.1)The nearside rear brake pipe has been incorrectly routed.Visual examination of all rear brake pipes appears to have had a temporary type repair(s) carried out to secure them
(3.6B.2c)The nearside rear brake pipe along its length has surface corrosion present
(5.1.1)The nearside rear seat has a child seat fitted,which is preventing a full inspection
(5.2.6)The nearside rear seat belt prescribed area has corrosion present which has not yet reached the point of test failure.
(5.2.6)The offside rear seat belt prescribed area has corrosion present which has not yet reached the point of test failure.
(6.1.4)The nearside rear lower light panel is corroding
(8.2.2)The nearside windscreen wiper blade is splitting
(8.2.3)The nearside windscreen washer(s) 'one of two' are ready for service
ADVISORIES SEEN AT TIME OF RETEST
INTRODUCTION TO THE MOT TEST
SECTION - 1 - LIGHTING AND SIGNALLING EQUIPMENT
SECTION - 2 - STEERING (INCLUDING SUSPENSION)
SECTION - 3 - BRAKES
SECTION - 5 - SEAT BELTS
SECTION - 6 - BODY,STRUCTURE AND GENERAL ITEMS
SECTION - 8 - DRIVERS VIEW OF THE ROAD
and this has been done,the quality of weld could be better as far as can be seen through the painted sealant used to protect the repair.It is recommended the presenter seeks professional advice on this subject of welding.
Nearside Front Front suspension retaining device missing (2.5.A.4)
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Offside Front Front suspension retaining device missing (2.5.A.4)
Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
(1.2.1b)The high level stop lamp does not illuminate when the foot brake is applied,it is not possible within mot scheme rules to establish if the lamp is connected
(2.4A.2)The nearside rear suspension prescribed area has corrosion present which has not yet reached the point of test failure,but will soon require attention
(2.5C.1a)The offside front drive shaft outer constant velocity joint gaiter is deteriorating
(2c)There is presence of oil indicating that the engine/transmission both have oil leaks present
(2d)Personal effects left within the boot/vehicle must be removed prior to presenting your vehicle for an examination
(3.3A.1b)The brake pedal anti-slip provision is worn
(3.6B.1)The nearside rear brake pipe has been incorrectly routed.Visual examination of all rear brake pipes appears to have had a temporary type repair(s) carried out to secure them
(3.6B.2c)The nearside rear brake pipe along its length has surface corrosion present
(5.1.1)The nearside rear seat has a child seat fitted,which is preventing a full inspection
(5.2.6)The nearside rear seat belt prescribed area has corrosion present which has not yet reached the point of test failure.
(5.2.6)The offside rear seat belt prescribed area has corrosion present which has not yet reached the point of test failure.
(6.1.4)The nearside rear lower light panel is corroding
(8.2.2)The nearside windscreen wiper blade is splitting
(8.2.3)The nearside windscreen washer(s) 'one of two' are ready for service
INTRODUCTION TO THE MOT TEST
SECTION - 1 - LIGHTING AND SIGNALLING EQUIPMENT
SECTION - 2 - STEERING (INCLUDING SUSPENSION)
SECTION - 3 - BRAKES
SECTION - 5 - SEAT BELTS
SECTION - 6 - BODY,STRUCTURE AND GENERAL ITEMS
SECTION - 8 - DRIVERS VIEW OF THE ROAD
(1.2)A temporary repair has been carried out to the nearside headlamp unit.The electrical adjuster has malfunctioned due to corrosion and has been bypassed.
(2.4A.2)The nearside rear suspension prescribed area (floor panel) has corrosion present which has not yet reached test failure,but requires attention
(2.4A.2)The offside front suspension prescribed area (main load bearing) chassis has corrosion present which has not yet reached test failure criteria but should be given attention
(2.5B.1a)The offside front lower suspension ball joint has slight free play present
(3.1.4a)The parking brake lever has slight play present sideways which indicates wear forming
(3.5.1h)The nearside front brake disc faces are worn
(3.5.1h)The offside front brake disc faces are worn
(3.6B.1)The method of routing and securing the nearside rear brake pipe has been incorrectly positioned and fouling the parking brake cable which is secured with tie raps.The brake pipe should be given attention
(3.6B.2c)The nearside rear brake pipe to the wheel hub has surface corrosion present along its length
(6.1.4)The nearside rear door panel is slightly damaged
(6.1.4)The nearside rear lower light panel is corroding
Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
(1.2)A temporary repair has been carried out to the nearside headlamp unit.The electrical adjuster has malfunctioned due to corrosion and has been bypassed.
(2.4A.2)The nearside rear suspension prescribed area (floor panel) has corrosion present which has not yet reached test failure,but requires attention
(2.4A.2)The offside front suspension prescribed area (main load bearing) chassis has corrosion present which has not yet reached test failure criteria but should be given attention
(2.5B.1a)The offside front lower suspension ball joint has slight free play present
(3.1.4a)The parking brake lever has slight play present sideways which indicates wear forming
(3.5.1h)The nearside front brake disc faces are worn
(3.5.1h)The offside front brake disc faces are worn
(3.6B.1)The method of routing and securing the nearside rear brake pipe has been incorrectly positioned and fouling the parking brake cable which is secured with tie raps.The brake pipe should be given attention
(3.6B.2c)The nearside rear brake pipe to the wheel hub has surface corrosion present along its length
(6.1.4)The nearside rear door panel is slightly damaged
(6.1.4)The nearside rear lower light panel is corroding
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Centre Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Centre Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
Centre Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
(2.4A.2)The nearside rear suspension prescribed area (floor panel) has corrosion present which has not yet reached test failure,but requires attention
(2.4A.2)The offside front suspension prescribed area (main load bearing) chassis has corrosion present which has not yet reached test failure criteria but should be given attention
(2.5B.1a)The offside front lower suspension ball joint has slight free play present
(3.1.4a)The parking brake lever has slight play present sideways which indicates wear forming
(3.5.1h)The nearside front brake disc faces are worn
(3.5.1h)The offside front brake disc faces are worn
(3.6B.1)The method of routing and securing the nearside rear brake pipe has been incorrectly positioned and fouling the parking brake cable which is secured with tie raps.The brake pipe should be given attention
(3.6B.2c)The nearside rear brake pipe to the wheel hub has surface corrosion present along its length
(4.1C.1a)The offside front tyre wall is cut which is considered close to the legal limit and has weakened the wall structure
(6.1.4)The nearside rear door panel is slightly damaged
(6.1.4)The nearside rear lower light panel is corroding
Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
chassis under radiator corroded
Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
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N169 CMD is a 1996 Nissan Almera in Black with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 46.2%.
Across all 1996 Nissan Almera models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 87,906 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 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 N169 CMD, 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 30 years old, this Nissan Almera is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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N169 CMD is a 1996 Nissan Almera, first registered on 15 January 1996.
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