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R246 XKK

1997 Nissan Almera

Green Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2012
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

137,735 mi
Last recorded137,735 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2011
Typical for 1997 Nissan Almera85,577 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR246 XKK
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2011 137,735 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2010 134,267 miles

Brake fluid low

OS headlight glass broken

OSR tyre cracking on sidewall

Fail 23 Jul 2010 134,267 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Brake fluid low

OS headlight glass broken

OSR tyre cracking on sidewall

Pass 25 Jun 2009 130,607 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 130,607 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

n/s sill corroded

Pass 17 Dec 2008 128,689 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2008 128,689 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2007 117,518 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 108,269 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 97,206 miles

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

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

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

both front and rear shocker boots split

oil leak

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 XKK is a 1997 Nissan Almera in Green with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 XKK, 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 XKK registered?

R246 XKK is a 1997 Nissan Almera, first registered on 15 August 1997.

Is R246 XKK safe to buy?

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