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V740 GBV

1999 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

110,229 mi
Last recorded110,229 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2014
Typical for 1999 Nissan Almera74,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV740 GBV
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Fail 20 Aug 2014 110,229 miles

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

Nearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front tyres worn inner edge

Pass 22 Aug 2013 96,487 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 81,214 miles

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

n/s/f wiper torn but cleans ok

Pass 23 Sep 2011 69,514 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2010 59,125 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2009 48,909 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 36,941 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 25,343 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Sep 2006 23,217 miles

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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V740 GBV is a 1999 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 V740 GBV, 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 V740 GBV registered?

V740 GBV is a 1999 Nissan Almera, first registered on 30 September 1999.

Is V740 GBV safe to buy?

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