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R532 HKX

1997 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

73,185 mi
Last recorded73,185 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2016
Typical for 1997 Nissan Almera85,577 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR532 HKX
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Fail 17 Nov 2016 73,185 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center pipe close to rear box joint (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Oil leak ()

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 70,592 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

oil leak

Pass 12 Nov 2014 68,179 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Nov 2014 68,151 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2013 64,053 miles

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres outer wall have cracks apparent but no ply cord exposed at time of inspection recommend change tyres

front registration plate cracked but secure and legible at time of inspection

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 28 Nov 2012 60,427 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres have cracks apparent on outer tyre wall but no ply/cord exposed at time of inspection

Pass 18 Nov 2011 58,337 miles

brake discs pitted

rear tyres aged / cracked

wiper blades worn

Pass 20 Nov 2010 55,650 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

unable to see front brake pads may be wearing thin

Fail 19 Nov 2010 55,627 miles

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

unable to see front brake pads may be wearing thin

Pass 23 Nov 2009 52,297 miles

Oil leak

Fail 23 Nov 2009 52,297 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Nov 2008 49,597 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Oil leak

Pass 21 Nov 2007 46,881 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 19 Nov 2007 46,881 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2006 45,351 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2006 45,349 miles

Rear Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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R532 HKX is a 1997 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 R532 HKX, 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 R532 HKX registered?

R532 HKX is a 1997 Nissan Almera, first registered on 28 August 1997.

Is R532 HKX safe to buy?

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