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S496 MBW

1998 Nissan Almera

Green Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

99,104 mi
Last recorded99,104 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2015
Typical for 1998 Nissan Almera80,168 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS496 MBW
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2015 99,104 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2013 86,865 miles

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

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

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

Fail 18 Dec 2013 86,865 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2012 84,717 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 80,914 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 75,674 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 71,011 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2008 65,986 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 61,902 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2006 56,403 miles

oil or oas fluid residue down by radiator at front

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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S496 MBW is a 1998 Nissan Almera in Green with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 S496 MBW, 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.

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What year was S496 MBW registered?

S496 MBW is a 1998 Nissan Almera, first registered on 11 December 1998.

Is S496 MBW safe to buy?

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