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R551 DGT

1998 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

92,110 mi
Last recorded92,110 miles
Recorded on24 May 2017
Typical for 1998 Nissan Almera80,168 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR551 DGT
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2017 92,110 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 90,285 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 88,110 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 86,089 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2013 84,081 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 May 2012 81,529 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 May 2011 79,367 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

cant see front pads

Pass 4 Jun 2010 77,549 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

cant see front barske pads

Pass 27 May 2009 74,819 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 72,022 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 68,508 miles

Nearside rear chassis rail damaged.

Rear wiper blade is split.

Pass 6 Jun 2006 64,960 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

brake pipes within engine bay getting corroded.

small movement on steering rack mounting rubbers/bushs.

Fail 23 May 2006 64,887 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

small movement on steering rack mounting rubbers

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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R551 DGT 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 92.3%.

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 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 R551 DGT, 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 R551 DGT?

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What year was R551 DGT registered?

R551 DGT is a 1998 Nissan Almera, first registered on 29 May 1998.

Is R551 DGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R551 DGT shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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