1999 · 25 years old at test · Petrol mostly

1999 Nissan Almera MOT pass rate and common faults

153 MOT tests in 2024. 50.3% passed first time, compared with 63.3% for all cars the same age.

80Well below average
Passed first time50.3%
Failed or needed repairs49.7%
Typical mileage at test71,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 153 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength13.1%
  2. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt9.8%
  3. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively5.2%
  4. Service brake performance: excessively binding5.2%
  5. Steering rack: gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt5.2%
  6. Rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements4.6%
  7. Service brake imbalance: across an axle4.6%
  8. Catalyst emissions: Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits4.6%
  9. Anti-lock braking system: warning lamp indicates an ABS fault3.9%
  10. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases3.3%

Problem areas

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

  1. Brakes33.3%
  2. Body & chassis25.5%
  3. Suspension22.2%
  4. Lights & electrics17.0%
  5. Tyres10.5%
  6. Emissions & leaks9.8%
  7. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)8.5%
  8. Steering8.5%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded21.6%
  2. Registration plates: inscription illegible18.3%
  3. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm15.0%
  4. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure11.8%
  5. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened11.1%

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 1999 Nissan Almera?

In 2024, 50.3% of 1999 Nissan Almera cars passed their MOT first time, across 153 tests. The average for all 25-year-old cars was 63.3%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 1999 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; wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively. The biggest problem area was brakes.

Is the 1999 Nissan Almera reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 80, which is well below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).