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R246 JAD

1997 Nissan Almera

Green Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

75,318 mi
Last recorded75,318 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2016
Typical for 1997 Nissan Almera85,577 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR246 JAD
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2016 75,318 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 69,594 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 61,709 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 52,881 miles

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

Fail 29 Jul 2013 52,871 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2012 43,974 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Jul 2011 35,105 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 25,837 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

both rear tyres beginning to crack

exhaust beginning to corrode

rear axle beginning to corrode

Pass 13 Jul 2009 25,775 miles

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

Fail 13 Jul 2009 25,775 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2008 25,510 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2007 25,151 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 24,709 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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R246 JAD is a 1997 Nissan Almera in Green with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 R246 JAD, 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 R246 JAD registered?

R246 JAD is a 1997 Nissan Almera, first registered on 11 August 1997.

Is R246 JAD safe to buy?

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