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P37 VKX

1997 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

57,713 mi
Last recorded57,713 miles
Recorded on22 May 2014
Typical for 1997 Nissan Almera85,577 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP37 VKX
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2014 57,713 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 57,639 miles

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 May 2012 57,541 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear light casing slight damaged

o/s mirror casing slight damaged

rear fog light lens slight damaged , light source more than 50 %

Fail 7 May 2012 57,541 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear light casing slight damaged

o/s mirror casing slight damaged

rear fog light lens slight damaged , light source more than 50 %

Pass 1 Jun 2011 57,395 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 57,255 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 57,255 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Pass 28 May 2009 57,139 miles
Fail 28 May 2009 57,139 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 28 May 2008 56,955 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 56,749 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 56,749 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 25 May 2006 56,552 miles

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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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P37 VKX is a 1997 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 P37 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P37 VKX registered?

P37 VKX is a 1997 Nissan Almera, first registered on 10 May 1997.

Is P37 VKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P37 VKX shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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