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S516 DGU

1998 Nissan Almera

Silver Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

38,386 mi
Last recorded38,386 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Nissan Almera80,168 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS516 DGU
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 38,386 miles

Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sills (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 6 May 2025 38,252 miles

Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both seals (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 15 May 2024 38,206 miles

Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced BOTH SEALS (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 17 May 2023 38,121 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

brake pipes pitted

Pass 9 May 2022 37,863 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

front brake pads getting low

Pass 17 May 2021 37,095 miles

corrosion inner and outer rear sills

front brake pads below half worn

nearside and offside front tyres worn on inner edges

some brake pipes pitted

Pass 22 May 2020 35,234 miles

corrosion inner and outer rear sills

Pass 13 May 2019 33,186 miles

nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 27 Apr 2018 32,380 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2018 32,379 miles

Nearside Body or chassis is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 May 2017 32,290 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 11 May 2017 32,290 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 May 2016 32,176 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 32,064 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 31,954 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 31,954 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 May 2013 31,773 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2013 31,773 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 May 2012 31,449 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 31,076 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 30,471 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 29,769 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2008 29,057 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 28,244 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 27,481 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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S516 DGU is a 1998 Nissan Almera in Silver with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 S516 DGU, 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 S516 DGU?

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What year was S516 DGU registered?

S516 DGU is a 1998 Nissan Almera, first registered on 25 September 1998.

Is S516 DGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S516 DGU shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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