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N23 LEU

1996 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

42,739 mi
Last recorded42,739 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 1996 Nissan Almera87,906 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN23 LEU
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 42,739 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes and poorly repaired (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

corrosion present to chassis and suspension components

Pass 10 Jan 2025 41,795 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 41,385 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

poor rear brake pipe repairs

rear fuel pipes slightly cordded rear

Pass 19 Jan 2023 40,521 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

POOR REAR BRAKE PIPE REPAIRS

Fail 9 Jan 2023 40,521 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

POOR REAR BRAKE PIPE REPAIRS

Pass 7 Dec 2021 40,199 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and outer sills. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and outer sills. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 39,895 miles

Central Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Dec 2019 39,649 miles

vehicle underside has slight corrosion

Pass 18 Dec 2018 38,617 miles

Components front to rear are weakened by corrosion.

Pass 20 Dec 2017 38,061 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 37,355 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 36,781 miles

suspension components front to back,outer sills to floor weakened by corrosion.

Pass 25 Feb 2015 36,401 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 35,550 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Fail 24 Feb 2014 35,550 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 7 Mar 2013 35,145 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 33,817 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 32,961 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 32,091 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 31,096 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 30,237 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 28,541 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 27,230 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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N23 LEU is a 1996 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 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 N23 LEU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N23 LEU registered?

N23 LEU is a 1996 Nissan Almera, first registered on 5 March 1996.

Is N23 LEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N23 LEU shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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