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R837 AGU

1997 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

142,381 mi
Last recorded142,381 miles
Recorded on24 May 2013
Typical for 1997 Nissan Almera85,577 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR837 AGU
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2013 142,381 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 137,284 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2012 137,284 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 130,551 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 120,630 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 111,032 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 101,020 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 90,234 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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R837 AGU is a 1997 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R837 AGU, 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

How do I check the history of R837 AGU?

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What year was R837 AGU registered?

R837 AGU is a 1997 Nissan Almera, first registered on 13 August 1997.

Is R837 AGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R837 AGU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R837 AGU have outstanding finance?

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