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V686 KAV

1999 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

59,450 mi
Last recorded59,450 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2015
Typical for 1999 Nissan Almera74,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV686 KAV
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2015 59,450 miles

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

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

coil spring corroded all four (2.4.C.1b)

offside front tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 28 Oct 2014 52,745 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 47,116 miles

Offside rear tyre perished

Slight bined on rear brakes

Fail 2 Dec 2013 47,116 miles

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

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

Offside rear tyre perished

Slight bined on rear brakes

Pass 4 Dec 2012 43,387 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2011 41,303 miles

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

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

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 12 Oct 2010 40,126 miles

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

Front tyres worn uneven

Pass 8 Sep 2009 38,951 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2008 38,023 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 37,145 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2007 37,145 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 6 Sep 2006 36,120 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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V686 KAV 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 83.3%.

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 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 V686 KAV, 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

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What year was V686 KAV registered?

V686 KAV is a 1999 Nissan Almera, first registered on 12 November 1999.

Is V686 KAV safe to buy?

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