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R690 MDA

1997 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

24,389 mi
Last recorded24,389 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2016
Typical for 1997 Nissan Almera85,577 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR690 MDA
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2016 24,389 miles

rear tyres cracked around tread wall

Pass 27 May 2015 24,387 miles

joints on exhaust system corroede

Pass 30 May 2014 24,380 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

both rear tyres ageing cracks

Pass 28 May 2013 24,348 miles

Nearside 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)

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

Pass 26 May 2012 24,306 miles

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Pass 27 May 2011 24,185 miles

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

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

all tyres slightly cracking in tread

Pass 12 May 2010 23,884 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

ageing cracks rear tyres

Fail 11 May 2010 23,884 miles

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

ageing cracks rear tyres

o/s wiper blade torn

Pass 19 May 2009 23,479 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

n/s wiper blade torn

rear off o/s and n/s outer sills coroded

Pass 22 May 2008 22,397 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

both rear sills are starting to deteriorate/bubble

Pass 6 Jun 2007 20,831 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

all brake pipe flexi ferrals corroded lightly

Fail 6 Jun 2007 20,831 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

all brake pipe flexi ferrals corroded lightly

Pass 17 May 2006 18,892 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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R690 MDA is a 1997 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 R690 MDA, 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 R690 MDA registered?

R690 MDA is a 1997 Nissan Almera, first registered on 22 August 1997.

Is R690 MDA safe to buy?

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