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S97 JUD

1998 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

64,750 mi
Last recorded64,750 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Nissan Almera80,168 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS97 JUD
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 64,750 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 56,681 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2023 49,669 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 40,450 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 40,016 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2021 40,016 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2020 38,424 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 36,276 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2019 36,276 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2018 32,420 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 29,515 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2017 29,515 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 27,106 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 24,532 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2014 22,162 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 12 Nov 2014 22,162 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 21,606 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 20,874 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2012 20,874 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 15 Nov 2011 20,108 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2011 20,108 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Nov 2010 19,454 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2010 19,454 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)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 24 Nov 2009 18,193 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 17,088 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 15,463 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 14,180 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 12,347 miles

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

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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S97 JUD is a 1998 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S97 JUD, 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 S97 JUD?

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What year was S97 JUD registered?

S97 JUD is a 1998 Nissan Almera, first registered on 27 November 1998.

Is S97 JUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for S97 JUD shows 28 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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