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R581 NNN

1997 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2013
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

161,531 mi
Last recorded161,531 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2012
Typical for 1997 Nissan Almera85,577 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR581 NNN
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2012 161,531 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2012 161,561 miles

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

Offside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 151,029 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Fail 16 Nov 2011 151,029 miles

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2010 144,135 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 138,904 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 24 Nov 2008 134,104 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 122,107 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 109,452 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 96,025 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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R581 NNN is a 1997 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 R581 NNN, 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 R581 NNN registered?

R581 NNN is a 1997 Nissan Almera, first registered on 20 October 1997.

Is R581 NNN safe to buy?

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