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R870 GFR

1997 Nissan Almera

Green Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2015
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

97,215 mi
Last recorded97,215 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2014
Typical for 1997 Nissan Almera85,577 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR870 GFR
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2014 97,215 miles

front cross member corroding,underbody corroding

Pass 11 Jun 2013 93,845 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

underbody corroding,brake pipes greased in places

Pass 8 Jun 2012 89,942 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 85,406 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 80,685 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 74,017 miles

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

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

rear wheel artches

Fail 2 Jul 2009 73,943 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

rear wheel artches

Pass 19 Jun 2008 63,426 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 63,408 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2007 60,787 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 55,664 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2005 51,777 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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R870 GFR is a 1997 Nissan Almera in Green with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R870 GFR, 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 R870 GFR registered?

R870 GFR is a 1997 Nissan Almera, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R870 GFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R870 GFR shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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