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P694 VGC

1997 Nissan Almera

Green Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

149,777 mi
Last recorded149,777 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2017
Typical for 1997 Nissan Almera85,577 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP694 VGC
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 15 Mar 2017 149,777 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2015 144,895 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 139,682 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2013 134,162 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2012 124,989 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

nearside front headlamp glass broken

oil pressure switch leaking

rear number plate deteriorating

Pass 18 Nov 2011 110,074 miles

both number plates deteriorating

Pass 23 Nov 2010 99,183 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2009 87,496 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 87,496 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 83,173 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2008 83,171 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Jul 2007 78,719 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 74,250 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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P694 VGC is a 1997 Nissan Almera in Green with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 P694 VGC, 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 P694 VGC registered?

P694 VGC is a 1997 Nissan Almera, first registered on 11 April 1997.

Is P694 VGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P694 VGC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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