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P887 HNB

1997 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

71,765 mi
Last recorded71,765 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2024
Typical for 1997 Nissan Almera85,577 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP887 HNB
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Fail 9 Feb 2024 71,765 miles

Nearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength subframe near bottom arm corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Arch corroded (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Arch corroded (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cill corroded (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2023 65,527 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 60,568 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2021 59,229 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2020 57,057 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2019 54,247 miles

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 52,164 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 50,152 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 47,331 miles

nearside/offside front tyres worn on inside edges

Pass 29 Jan 2015 44,744 miles

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

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

nearside rear tyre walls perished

Pass 28 Jan 2014 41,545 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 38,475 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 34,941 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 30,990 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 27,789 miles

neraside/offside rear tyres cracking

Pass 17 Jan 2009 27,594 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 27,316 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2007 26,604 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 25,444 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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P887 HNB is a 1997 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 P887 HNB, 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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P887 HNB is a 1997 Nissan Almera, first registered on 26 March 1997.

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