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N838 KGC

1996 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2016
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

118,980 mi
Last recorded118,980 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2015
Typical for 1996 Nissan Almera87,906 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN838 KGC
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 17 Dec 2015 118,980 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 115,838 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2013 113,034 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 110,162 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 106,325 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 103,560 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 100,492 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 93,088 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2007 84,779 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 74,525 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2005 65,304 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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N838 KGC is a 1996 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N838 KGC, 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

How do I check the history of N838 KGC?

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What year was N838 KGC registered?

N838 KGC is a 1996 Nissan Almera, first registered on 10 January 1996.

Is N838 KGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N838 KGC shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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