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P189 TBW

1996 Nissan Almera

Red Diesel 1974cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

112,360 mi
Last recorded112,360 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2018
Typical for 1996 Nissan Almera87,906 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP189 TBW
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,974cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2018 112,360 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear rear silencer baffles loose but not blowing

Pass 7 Dec 2017 107,909 miles

Offside Front Oil leak ()

Pass 28 Nov 2016 104,239 miles

rear chassis corroded

Pass 30 Nov 2015 100,698 miles

n/r outer sill corroded

rear chassis corroded

Pass 19 Nov 2014 96,653 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 91,197 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 84,426 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2012 84,421 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 81,754 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2011 81,754 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 11 Dec 2010 79,991 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 77,879 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 95,050 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2008 95,050 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Nov 2007 73,704 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 27 Oct 2006 71,858 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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P189 TBW is a 1996 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,974cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 P189 TBW, 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 P189 TBW registered?

P189 TBW is a 1996 Nissan Almera, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P189 TBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P189 TBW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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