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S68 BGJ

1998 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

140,946 mi
Last recorded140,946 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2019
Typical for 1998 Nissan Almera80,168 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS68 BGJ
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2019 140,946 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2019 140,946 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Fail 4 Jan 2019 140,941 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2018 139,313 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 137,299 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 134,899 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 129,980 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 123,741 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 118,255 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 112,382 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 105,546 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 99,651 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 93,160 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 87,112 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 79,557 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 72,346 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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S68 BGJ is a 1998 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 S68 BGJ, 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 S68 BGJ registered?

S68 BGJ is a 1998 Nissan Almera, first registered on 30 October 1998.

Is S68 BGJ safe to buy?

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