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P319 WYJ

1997 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2014
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

128,808 mi
Last recorded128,808 miles
Recorded on4 May 2013
Typical for 1997 Nissan Almera85,577 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP319 WYJ
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 May 2013 128,808 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

corrosion to nearside and offside front cross member

locking temp fuel cap

major oil leak

offside rear outer sill slighty soft (due to corrosion but not excessive at time of test)

offside rear wheel bearing noisy

Fail 4 May 2013 128,808 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

corrosion to nearside and offside front cross member

locking temp fuel cap

major oil leak

offside rear outer sill slighty soft (due to corrosion but not excessive at time of test)

offside rear wheel bearing noisy

Pass 5 May 2012 119,613 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

offside rear wheel bearaing has noise

Fail 5 May 2012 119,613 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

offside rear wheel bearaing has noise

Pass 18 May 2011 113,330 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 113,326 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 3 Mar 2011 113,293 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

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

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 3 Mar 2010 111,057 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

cv gaiters perishing.

engine oil pressure switch leaking.

non mot item rear wiper blade split.

poor repair to both rear sill panels.

Pass 3 Mar 2010 111,057 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)

cv gaiters perishing.

engine oil pressure switch leaking.

non mot item rear wiper blade split.

poor repair to both rear sill panels.

Pass 12 Feb 2009 106,028 miles

ADVISE; Offside rear wheel bearing worn.

Fail 11 Feb 2009 106,028 miles

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

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

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

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

ADVISE; Offside rear wheel bearing worn.

Fail 3 Feb 2009 106,934 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 5 Feb 2008 101,342 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 97,239 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2006 92,558 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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P319 WYJ is a 1997 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 P319 WYJ, 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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What year was P319 WYJ registered?

P319 WYJ is a 1997 Nissan Almera, first registered on 10 April 1997.

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