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S978 VPV

1998 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

59,994 mi
Last recorded59,994 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2018
Typical for 1998 Nissan Almera80,168 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS978 VPV
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2018 59,994 miles

Nearside Rear Outer cill corrosion to old repair

Offside Rear Outer cill has corrosion to old repair

Pass 26 Nov 2016 58,694 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2016 58,692 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' air fresheners on rear view mirror (8.3.1e)

Pass 26 Nov 2015 57,582 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2015 57,582 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer cill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer cill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 28 Oct 2014 55,617 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 31 Oct 2013 54,356 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 31 Oct 2012 52,912 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 50,678 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 49,343 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 49,343 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 6 May 2010 47,736 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 43,322 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 41,167 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 38,488 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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S978 VPV is a 1998 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S978 VPV, 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 S978 VPV registered?

S978 VPV is a 1998 Nissan Almera, first registered on 10 November 1998.

Is S978 VPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S978 VPV shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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