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N965 MGJ

1996 Nissan Almera

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

36,771 mi
Last recorded36,771 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2022
Typical for 1996 Nissan Almera87,906 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN965 MGJ
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2022 36,771 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2021 36,582 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2020 36,319 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2019 36,009 miles

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 35,673 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2018 35,662 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Pass 6 Mar 2017 35,373 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2017 35,372 miles

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings N/S/R outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 34,881 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 34,287 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014
Pass 21 Feb 2013 32,249 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 31,559 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 28,452 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 25,528 miles

near side front wheel swapped for spare. still slight wear on inside edge of tyre † †front brake pads around 60% worn

Pass 5 May 2006 22,959 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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N965 MGJ is a 1996 Nissan Almera in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 N965 MGJ, 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 N965 MGJ registered?

N965 MGJ is a 1996 Nissan Almera, first registered on 28 May 1996.

Is N965 MGJ safe to buy?

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