1998 · 26 years old at test · Petrol mostly

1998 Nissan Almera MOT pass rate and common faults

148 MOT tests in 2024. 62.8% passed first time, compared with 64.9% for all cars the same age.

97Below average
Passed first time62.8%
Failed or needed repairs37.2%
Typical mileage at test82,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 148 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength9.5%
  2. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt8.8%
  3. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded4.7%
  4. Position lamp: not working4.1%
  5. Integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced4.1%
  6. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases3.4%
  7. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively2.0%
  8. Steering rack: gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt1.4%
  9. Headlamp: not working on dipped beam1.4%
  10. Tyres - condition: has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords1.4%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Body & chassis24.3%
  2. Suspension15.5%
  3. Lights & electrics10.1%
  4. Brakes8.1%
  5. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)5.4%
  6. Tyres5.4%
  7. Seat belts & airbags3.4%
  8. Steering2.7%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded24.3%
  2. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm16.9%
  3. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure14.9%
  4. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases10.8%
  5. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine10.8%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year fails more often than most cars its age, so budget for repairs and check the history carefully. Before buying, check the area that fails most: component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 1998 Nissan Almera?

In 2024, 62.8% of 1998 Nissan Almera cars passed their MOT first time, across 148 tests. The average for all 26-year-old cars was 64.9%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 1998 Nissan Almera?

The most common failure reasons were component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded. The biggest problem area was body & chassis.

Is the 1998 Nissan Almera reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 97, which is below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).