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N691 XKL

1996 Nissan Almera

Green Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

86,783 mi
Last recorded86,783 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2018
Typical for 1996 Nissan Almera87,906 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN691 XKL
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2018 86,783 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Feb 2017 81,908 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nsr outer sill corroded

Pass 30 Jan 2016 72,869 miles

both rear outer sills corroded

Fail 30 Jan 2016 72,869 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

both rear outer sills corroded

Pass 2 Feb 2015 62,026 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Feb 2014 45,699 miles

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Jan 2013 32,007 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Jan 2012 26,957 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 11 Jan 2011 23,915 miles

Both front tyres worn below limit on outer edges, require replacement ASAP.

Pass 11 Jan 2010 20,434 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 18,184 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2009 18,182 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jan 2008 18,157 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 18,003 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 17,582 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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N691 XKL is a 1996 Nissan Almera in Green with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 N691 XKL, 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 N691 XKL registered?

N691 XKL is a 1996 Nissan Almera, first registered on 1 February 1996.

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