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R608 WBW

1997 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

101,306 mi
Last recorded101,306 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2017
Typical for 1997 Nissan Almera85,577 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR608 WBW
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2017 101,306 miles

heavy corrosion to complete under body and suspension of vehicle

Pass 28 Oct 2015 100,948 miles

Lots of corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 10 Feb 2014 100,233 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

Rear Fuel pipe slightly damaged (7.2.2)

front exhaust mounting broken but still sercure

lots of surface corrosion under vehicle

Pass 12 Feb 2013 99,784 miles

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

front exhaust bracket broken

lots of surface corrosion under vehicle

Fail 12 Feb 2013 99,784 miles

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

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

front exhaust bracket broken

lots of surface corrosion under vehicle

Pass 7 Feb 2012 99,448 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2011 98,564 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2011 98,564 miles

Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 11 Feb 2010 97,637 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2010 97,637 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

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

Pass 7 May 2008 94,163 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 91,739 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 86,994 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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R608 WBW is a 1997 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R608 WBW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R608 WBW registered?

R608 WBW is a 1997 Nissan Almera, first registered on 13 November 1997.

Is R608 WBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R608 WBW shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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