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T217 SDL

1999 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

50,749 mi
Last recorded50,749 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2022
Typical for 1999 Nissan Almera74,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT217 SDL
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2022 50,749 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 16 Dec 2022 50,749 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Jan 2022 48,259 miles

corrosion to sills

wheel trims fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 22 Dec 2020 46,296 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2020 45,120 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 43,047 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 40,628 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Jan 2017 39,451 miles

Offside headlight chipped

Fail 7 Dec 2016 39,258 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Aug 2016 38,497 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear of sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2014 32,636 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 32,633 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 32,012 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 30,363 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 28,047 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 25,329 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 22,483 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 19,764 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 17,595 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2005 14,698 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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T217 SDL is a 1999 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1999 Nissan Almera models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 74,791 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 T217 SDL, 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 27 years old, this Nissan Almera is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was T217 SDL registered?

T217 SDL is a 1999 Nissan Almera, first registered on 3 March 1999.

Is T217 SDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for T217 SDL shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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