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R631 VJM

1998 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

39,123 mi
Last recorded39,123 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2022
Typical for 1998 Nissan Almera80,168 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR631 VJM
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Fail 30 Sep 2022 39,123 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

clutch worn

Pass 13 Sep 2021 33,325 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

boot stay week

Pass 2 Oct 2020 29,833 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2020 29,811 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Sep 2019 28,038 miles

Front tyres cracking on side wall

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 26,068 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 26 Sep 2018 26,068 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 20,876 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 18,694 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 16,262 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 14,448 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 14,044 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 13,637 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 13,223 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 12,789 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 12,268 miles

all hub caps broken, o/s front bumper marked

Pass 29 May 2008 11,531 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 10,856 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 9,715 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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R631 VJM is a 1998 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 R631 VJM, 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 R631 VJM registered?

R631 VJM is a 1998 Nissan Almera, first registered on 20 May 1998.

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The MOT history for R631 VJM shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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