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P122 VKX

1997 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2025
Tests29 (19 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate65.5%

Mileage

187,553 mi
Last recorded187,553 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2024
Typical for 1997 Nissan Almera85,577 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP122 VKX
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

19 pass 10 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2024 187,553 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2024 187,552 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 187,219 miles

Weld repairs under vehicle.

Fail 12 Oct 2023 187,218 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner/outer sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Weld repairs under vehicle.

Pass 10 Oct 2022 186,587 miles

Exhaust system corroding.

Surface corrosion under vehicle.

Weld repairs under vehicle

Pass 7 Oct 2021 186,173 miles

OIL LEAK FROM ENGINE

Pass 5 Oct 2020 185,934 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 184,746 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2019 184,744 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Oct 2018 181,750 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2018 181,744 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced wiring fault (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced wiring fault (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 180,388 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fail 30 Sep 2017 180,388 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings door sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure front bush (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2016 175,310 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Surface corrosion under vehicle. Weld repairs under sealed.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Sep 2015 169,553 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2015 169,553 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2014 161,802 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 157,088 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 152,266 miles

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

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

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

nearside rear outer wall cracking

Pass 26 Sep 2011 147,610 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 142,330 miles

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

Fail 24 Sep 2010 142,330 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 25 Sep 2009 136,637 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 130,495 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2008 130,469 miles

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

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

Nearside Inner Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (5.2.6)

Nearside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Outer Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 15 Sep 2007 123,092 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2007 123,092 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

Fail 16 Sep 2006 114,787 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Sep 2006 114,787 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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P122 VKX is a 1997 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.5%.

Across all 1997 Nissan Almera models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 85,577 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 P122 VKX, 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 29 years old, this Nissan Almera is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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P122 VKX is a 1997 Nissan Almera, first registered on 12 May 1997.

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