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R909 VMJ

1998 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

84,490 mi
Last recorded84,490 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2013
Typical for 1998 Nissan Almera80,168 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR909 VMJ
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2013 84,490 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

centre to rear exhaust joint in poor condition

platic outer sill covers fitted

Pass 17 May 2011 80,930 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2010 77,493 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2009 67,462 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 8 Feb 2008 64,780 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Jan 2007 51,362 miles

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

front brake discs corroding.

nearside wiper blade split.

Fail 8 Jan 2007 51,356 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting fractured (2.4.C.3b) DANGEROUS

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

front brake discs corroding.

nearside front wiper blade split.

Fail 8 Jan 2007 51,356 miles

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

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

brake fluid low.

front brake discs corroding.

nearside front wiper blade split.

unable to see all brake pads.

Pass 21 Dec 2005 43,431 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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R909 VMJ is a 1998 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R909 VMJ, 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 R909 VMJ registered?

R909 VMJ is a 1998 Nissan Almera, first registered on 27 January 1998.

Is R909 VMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R909 VMJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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