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P508 GBA

1996 Nissan Almera

Green Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

53,666 mi
Last recorded53,666 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2021
Typical for 1996 Nissan Almera87,906 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP508 GBA
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Fail 3 Mar 2021 53,666 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2020 45,596 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2019 36,099 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 31,096 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2017 31,095 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both main length (3.6.B.2c)

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle and rear (7.1.2)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded both rear outer sill to inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Nov 2016 28,548 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 26,062 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 23,424 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 23,068 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 22,553 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 21,503 miles

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

tachometer faulty

Pass 23 Nov 2010 20,936 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 20,052 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 19,112 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2007 18,002 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 16,743 miles

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

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

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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P508 GBA is a 1996 Nissan Almera in Green with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P508 GBA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P508 GBA registered?

P508 GBA is a 1996 Nissan Almera, first registered on 31 October 1996.

Is P508 GBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P508 GBA shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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