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S158 MDP

1998 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

94,459 mi
Last recorded94,459 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2017
Typical for 1998 Nissan Almera80,168 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS158 MDP
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2017 94,459 miles

Advise waxoyle underbody corroding

Fail 24 Feb 2017 94,459 miles

Advise waxoyle underbody corroding

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 91,156 miles

Advise waxoyle

Pass 30 Aug 2014 77,340 miles

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

Fail 28 Aug 2014 77,336 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2013 69,584 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 26 Jul 2012 65,969 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2011 62,246 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 62,246 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2010 57,823 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 53,862 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2009 53,862 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2008 50,124 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 45,203 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 40,747 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2005 36,688 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2005 36,688 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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S158 MDP is a 1998 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 S158 MDP, 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 S158 MDP registered?

S158 MDP is a 1998 Nissan Almera, first registered on 25 August 1998.

Is S158 MDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S158 MDP shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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