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V197 LDM

1999 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2015
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

114,924 mi
Last recorded114,924 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2014
Typical for 1999 Nissan Almera74,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV197 LDM
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2014 114,924 miles

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

front crossmember/radiator support panel corroded

Fail 15 Dec 2014 114,917 miles

Offside Outer 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front crossmember/radiator support panel corroded

Pass 14 Dec 2013 110,108 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2013 110,101 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Nearside Inner Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 8 Dec 2012 105,308 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2012 105,302 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Dec 2011 99,285 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2011 99,279 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 24 Dec 2010 91,228 miles

Offside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 24 Dec 2010 91,228 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 85,168 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2009 85,132 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Dec 2008 78,160 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2008 78,160 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2007 73,179 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 68,595 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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V197 LDM is a 1999 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 V197 LDM, 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 V197 LDM registered?

V197 LDM is a 1999 Nissan Almera, first registered on 24 September 1999.

Is V197 LDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for V197 LDM shows 16 tests with a 56.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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