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P397 XFC

1997 Nissan Almera

White Diesel 1974cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

169,032 mi
Last recorded169,032 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2010
Typical for 1997 Nissan Almera85,577 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP397 XFC
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,974cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2010 169,032 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

oil pressure switch leaking

Pass 19 Jan 2009 153,476 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 136,606 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 117,659 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2007 117,309 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 16 Jan 2006 100,459 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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P397 XFC is a 1997 Nissan Almera in White with a 1,974cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 P397 XFC, 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 P397 XFC registered?

P397 XFC is a 1997 Nissan Almera, first registered on 30 January 1997.

Is P397 XFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P397 XFC shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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