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N204 PNY

1996 Nissan Almera

Green Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2007
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

170,871 mi
Last recorded170,871 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2007
Typical for 1996 Nissan Almera87,906 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN204 PNY
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 12 Sep 2007 170,871 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

advise front exhaust joint rusty

advise fuel filler pipes rusty

advise n/s rear sill dented

advise n/s/f indicator lens cracked

advise n/s/f lower arm rear bush perished

advise n/s/f shocker damp

advise o/s/f bumper dented

advise o/s/f inner brake pad audible warning clip incorrectly fitted

advise o/s/r sill rusty

advise screen marked by wipers

advise under side of car very rusty

Pass 22 Aug 2006 162,594 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2006 162,589 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Aug 2005 156,761 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2005 156,761 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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N204 PNY is a 1996 Nissan Almera in Green with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 N204 PNY, 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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What year was N204 PNY registered?

N204 PNY is a 1996 Nissan Almera, first registered on 27 February 1996.

Is N204 PNY safe to buy?

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