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P814 XWS

1997 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

105,106 mi
Last recorded105,106 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 1997 Nissan Almera85,577 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP814 XWS
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 105,106 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Dec 2025 104,824 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Dec 2024 91,985 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

nsr lamp damaged output not affected

Fail 14 Dec 2024 91,822 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

nsr lamp damaged output not affected

Pass 6 Dec 2023 89,978 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 83,881 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 72,565 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 61,305 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Dec 2020 61,272 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2019 53,105 miles

Offside Rear Outer sill corroded

Pass 4 Dec 2018 50,030 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 39,340 miles

front brake pads very low, advise replacing

Fail 4 Dec 2017 39,340 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front brake pads very low, advise replacing

Pass 1 Dec 2016 30,079 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2016 30,079 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 16,447 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 16,278 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 15,950 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 15,645 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 15,312 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 14,939 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 14,020 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 14,020 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 13,663 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 12,903 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2005 12,196 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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P814 XWS is a 1997 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 P814 XWS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P814 XWS registered?

P814 XWS is a 1997 Nissan Almera, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P814 XWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P814 XWS shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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