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R761 RBY

1997 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

110,464 mi
Last recorded110,464 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2016
Typical for 1997 Nissan Almera85,577 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR761 RBY
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2016 110,464 miles

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

both front tyres worn smooth on inside edges

engine oil leak , sump pan corroded

front brake pads look thin

rear registration plate poor condition

some corrosion of front cross member

Fail 3 Nov 2016 110,455 miles

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

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

both front tyres worn smooth on inside edges

engine oil leak , sump pan corroded

front brake pads look thin

rear registration plate poor condition

some corrosion of front cross member

Pass 4 Nov 2015 96,977 miles

rear no. plate poor condition

Pass 11 Nov 2014 81,155 miles

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

rear tyres cracked/perished

Fail 7 Nov 2014 81,155 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

both front tyres low and worn on inner/outter edges

front shocks weak/worn

rear tyres cracked/perished

Pass 11 Dec 2013 64,516 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2013 64,516 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2012 53,313 miles

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

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

offside [front to rear] brake pipe starting to corrode

rear number plate starting to discolour

Fail 21 Nov 2012 53,310 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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

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

front tyres unevenly worn

front wiper blades starting to split

offside [front to rear] brake pipe starting to corrode

offside front tyre low in pressure

rear number plate starting to discolour

Pass 13 Dec 2011 41,414 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2011 41,414 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2010 40,776 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 39,980 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 39,317 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 38,718 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 36,611 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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R761 RBY is a 1997 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 R761 RBY, 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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R761 RBY is a 1997 Nissan Almera, first registered on 15 December 1997.

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