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P803 ERM

1997 Nissan Almera

Silver Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

122,712 mi
Last recorded122,712 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2013
Typical for 1997 Nissan Almera85,577 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP803 ERM
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2013 122,712 miles

nearside front and offside rear tyres low on tread

nearside inner sill corroded

nearside rear inner wheel arch sounds weak

offside rear outer sill sounds weak

rear number plate in a poor condition

Fail 18 Aug 2013 122,456 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

nearside front and offside rear tyres low on tread

nearside inner sill corroded

nearside rear inner wheel arch sounds weak

offside rear outer sill sounds weak

rear number plate in a poor condition

Pass 22 Aug 2012 106,450 miles

Both CV boots well perished.

Off side sill looks rusty and weak and has repairs at the rear section..

Fail 20 Aug 2012 106,445 miles

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Both CV boots well perished.

Off side sill looks rusty and weak and has repairs at the rear section..

Pass 12 Apr 2011 91,952 miles

Cracks in nearside rear tyre tread and outer sidewall perished

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 4 May 2010 90,406 miles

advise nearside offside outer sills corroded

Pass 5 May 2009 87,209 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 83,031 miles

nearside rear tyre side wall perishing

Pass 9 May 2007 80,610 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2006 77,525 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Fail 20 Apr 2006 77,467 miles

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

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

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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P803 ERM is a 1997 Nissan Almera in Silver with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 P803 ERM, 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 P803 ERM registered?

P803 ERM is a 1997 Nissan Almera, first registered on 17 March 1997.

Is P803 ERM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P803 ERM shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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