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S188 NBW

1998 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

66,045 mi
Last recorded66,045 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2013
Typical for 1998 Nissan Almera80,168 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS188 NBW
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2013 66,045 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 64,050 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 61,462 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 59,039 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009
Fail 18 Apr 2009

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 52,732 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 46,323 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 37,315 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2005 31,498 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2005 31,498 miles

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

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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S188 NBW is a 1998 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 S188 NBW, 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

How do I check the history of S188 NBW?

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What year was S188 NBW registered?

S188 NBW is a 1998 Nissan Almera, first registered on 23 December 1998.

Is S188 NBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S188 NBW shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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