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R518 MCD

1998 Nissan Almera

Black Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

106,459 mi
Last recorded106,459 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2008
Typical for 1998 Nissan Almera80,168 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Nissan
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR518 MCD
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 9 Dec 2008 106,459 miles

Both inner sills rusted

Lower gearbox/engine mount worn

Rear metal brake pipes rusted

Pass 21 Nov 2007 95,872 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2006 83,267 miles

chips to screen

front number plate cracked

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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R518 MCD is a 1998 Nissan Almera in Black with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 R518 MCD, 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 R518 MCD registered?

R518 MCD is a 1998 Nissan Almera, first registered on 17 June 1998.

Is R518 MCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R518 MCD shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R518 MCD have outstanding finance?

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