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R158 YPW

1997 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2011
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

161,362 mi
Last recorded161,362 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2010
Typical for 1997 Nissan Almera85,577 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR158 YPW
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2010 161,362 miles

front crossmember corrosion growth

front floor pans corrosion growth

rear chassis rails corrosion growth

Fail 24 Nov 2010 161,362 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front crossmember corrosion growth

front floor pans corrosion growth

rear chassis rails corrosion growth

Pass 23 Nov 2009 154,548 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 147,263 miles

both rear tyres worn to 2mm of tread

vibration from centre silencer

Pass 19 Nov 2007 138,177 miles

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

Fail 19 Nov 2007 138,177 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2006 128,264 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2005 114,945 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

advise oil leak from around sump

offside front to rear brake pipe slightly corroded

small hole n/s front headlight

Fail 22 Nov 2005 114,945 miles

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

advise oil leak from around sump

small hole n/s front headlight

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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R158 YPW is a 1997 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R158 YPW, 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 R158 YPW registered?

R158 YPW is a 1997 Nissan Almera, first registered on 12 September 1997.

Is R158 YPW safe to buy?

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