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S657 SKG

1998 Nissan Almera

Green Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

122,202 mi
Last recorded122,202 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2016
Typical for 1998 Nissan Almera80,168 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS657 SKG
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2016 122,202 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 119,293 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 116,473 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 114,252 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2013 114,252 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2012 111,958 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 109,127 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 106,112 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2010 106,112 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Nov 2009 103,223 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2009 103,223 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 2 Dec 2008 100,218 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 96,360 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2006 84,253 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Sep 2006 84,253 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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S657 SKG is a 1998 Nissan Almera in Green with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 S657 SKG, 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 S657 SKG registered?

S657 SKG is a 1998 Nissan Almera, first registered on 1 September 1998.

Is S657 SKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S657 SKG shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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