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V301 YBW

1999 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

109,489 mi
Last recorded109,489 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2013
Typical for 1999 Nissan Almera74,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV301 YBW
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2013 109,489 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2013 109,489 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 106,435 miles

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

Fail 28 Aug 2012 106,434 miles

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

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2011 100,262 miles

Front bumper insecure

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

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 28 Aug 2010 97,394 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2010 97,394 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 27 Jul 2009 87,021 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2009 85,286 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2009 85,286 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2008 63,590 miles

both front tyres low on inner edges, stepped tread.

Pass 23 Sep 2006 58,605 miles

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

near side rear tyre perrished

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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V301 YBW is a 1999 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 V301 YBW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of V301 YBW?

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What year was V301 YBW registered?

V301 YBW is a 1999 Nissan Almera, first registered on 28 September 1999.

Is V301 YBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for V301 YBW shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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