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P970 GMU

1996 Nissan Almera

Black Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

155,685 mi
Last recorded155,685 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2012
Typical for 1996 Nissan Almera87,906 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP970 GMU
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2012 155,685 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 22 Jun 2012 155,337 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.3.D.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Emissions not tested.

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 140,489 miles

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

o/s/f wing slihgtly corroded.

Fail 20 Jun 2011 140,489 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

o/s/f wing slihgtly corroded.

Fail 21 Jun 2010 125,395 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2010 125,395 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2009 107,821 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Jun 2008 90,447 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 70,620 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear exhaust slightly corroded

Pass 10 Jun 2006 146,983 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2005 31,467 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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P970 GMU is a 1996 Nissan Almera in Black with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 P970 GMU, 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 P970 GMU registered?

P970 GMU is a 1996 Nissan Almera, first registered on 26 November 1996.

Is P970 GMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P970 GMU 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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