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P739 VCN

1996 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

38,698 mi
Last recorded38,698 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2022
Typical for 1996 Nissan Almera87,906 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP739 VCN
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2022 38,698 miles

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 38,503 miles

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 37,969 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 37,214 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 36,385 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 35,614 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sil (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sil (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sil (6.1.B.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 34,903 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 34,110 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 33,298 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 32,619 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 32,077 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 31,449 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 30,495 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 28,974 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 27,544 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 26,333 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2007 26,279 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2006 24,872 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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P739 VCN is a 1996 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 P739 VCN, 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 P739 VCN registered?

P739 VCN is a 1996 Nissan Almera, first registered on 5 August 1996.

Is P739 VCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P739 VCN shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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