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R298 XYB

1998 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

142,147 mi
Last recorded142,147 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2018
Typical for 1998 Nissan Almera80,168 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR298 XYB
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 15 Aug 2018 142,147 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 135,724 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 128,483 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 120,355 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 112,588 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 105,199 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 97,589 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 2 Feb 2011 90,829 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 83,354 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 76,282 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 68,370 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 59,421 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 51,214 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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R298 XYB is a 1998 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Nissan Almera models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 80,168 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 R298 XYB, 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 28 years old, this Nissan Almera is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R298 XYB?

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What year was R298 XYB registered?

R298 XYB is a 1998 Nissan Almera, first registered on 25 February 1998.

Is R298 XYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R298 XYB shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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