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YK57 TFM

2008 Nissan Altima

Grey Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2023
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

175,841 mi
Last recorded175,841 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 Nissan Altima77,688 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK57 TFM
MakeNissan
ModelAltima
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2022 175,841 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Aug 2022 175,841 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury lamp lens (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2021 166,700 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Jul 2021 66,699 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 158,982 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jul 2020 158,739 miles

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2019 150,818 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 19 Jul 2019 150,498 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

How Reliable is the Nissan Altima?

Based on 1,499 MOT tests across 380 vehicles.

70.8%
Pass Rate
8,831
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
380
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) incorrect colour 47
Side repeater missing 42
position lamp(s) not working 37
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 35
Side repeater not working 34
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YK57 TFM is a 2008 Nissan Altima in Grey with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2008 Nissan Altima models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 77,688 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 Altima fails its MOT is position lamp(s) incorrect colour, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YK57 TFM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Altima typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 18 years old, this Nissan Altima is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YK57 TFM registered?

YK57 TFM is a 2008 Nissan Altima, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is YK57 TFM safe to buy?

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