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R431 EJX

1998 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2013
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

96,275 mi
Last recorded96,275 miles
Recorded on19 May 2012
Typical for 1998 Nissan Almera80,168 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR431 EJX
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 May 2012 96,275 miles
Fail 19 May 2012 96,273 miles

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

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 5 May 2011 85,396 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 85,384 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Pass 20 May 2010 77,264 miles
Fail 20 May 2010 77,264 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 15 May 2009 70,099 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 70,099 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

n/s/r door wont open from inside or outside

Pass 13 May 2008 63,999 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 63,999 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 12 May 2007 55,303 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 48,261 miles

Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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R431 EJX is a 1998 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R431 EJX, 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

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What year was R431 EJX registered?

R431 EJX is a 1998 Nissan Almera, first registered on 30 May 1998.

Is R431 EJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R431 EJX shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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