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V780 MLG

1999 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

157,461 mi
Last recorded157,461 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2016
Typical for 1999 Nissan Almera74,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV780 MLG
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2016 157,461 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 154,084 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 150,910 miles

Oil leak

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Fail 8 Jul 2013 150,909 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Oil leak

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Pass 11 Jun 2012 146,329 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 141,592 miles

osf wheel slight vibration on rotation, rack damp, oil leaks, sill covers fitted, osr sill looks rusty, front backplates are rubbing discs, rear brakes slightly uneven

Fail 13 May 2011 141,584 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Nearside Lower Front suspension retaining device missing (2.5.A.4)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

both front fllorings rusty

car modfied

front and rear suspension modfied

front cross member rusty

rear no plate lights modfied

Pass 9 Mar 2010 73,235 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 118,676 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2009 118,673 miles

Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Nov 2007 110,361 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

both cv boots damp

Fail 22 Nov 2007 110,359 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

both cv boots damp

Pass 12 Oct 2006 98,750 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2006 98,748 miles

Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

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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V780 MLG is a 1999 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 V780 MLG, 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 V780 MLG registered?

V780 MLG is a 1999 Nissan Almera, first registered on 30 September 1999.

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