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V79 YFC

1999 Nissan Almera

Green Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

87,571 mi
Last recorded87,571 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2015
Typical for 1999 Nissan Almera74,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV79 YFC
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2015 87,571 miles

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

wipers poor

Fail 28 Sep 2015 87,571 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

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

wipers poor

Pass 26 Sep 2014 78,873 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2014 78,873 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 74,574 miles

Oil leak

Fail 19 Sep 2013 74,574 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Sep 2012 70,231 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Gear box leaking oil

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Sep 2011 66,438 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2010 62,516 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 57,528 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2009 57,528 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2008 52,307 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 46,337 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 40,614 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 35,247 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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V79 YFC is a 1999 Nissan Almera in Green with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 V79 YFC, 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 V79 YFC?

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What year was V79 YFC registered?

V79 YFC is a 1999 Nissan Almera, first registered on 11 November 1999.

Is V79 YFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V79 YFC shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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