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Nissan Almera

Red · Petrol · 1997 · 1,998 cc

P429 DRDMOT history

P429 DRD is a red petrol Nissan Almera first used on 21 Mar 1997. Its MOT expired on 28 Aug 2025 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 182,724 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Aug 2025
Mileage
182,724 mi
At MOT on 29 Aug 2024
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,002 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P429 DRD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Almera
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
21 Mar 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
29 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

P429 DRD was last recorded at 182,724 miles on 29 Aug 2024, 132 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,592 miles · 7 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
132 miles
Average per year
4,002 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 182,724 miles
  • 2023 – 182,592 miles
  • 2022 – 182,092 miles
  • 2020 – 177,194 miles
  • 2016 – 176,520 miles
  • 2015 – 175,917 miles
  • 2014 – 172,535 miles
  • 2013 – 171,124 miles
  • 2012 – 167,159 miles
  • 2011 – 156,895 miles
  • 2010 – 144,762 miles
  • 2009 – 134,875 miles
  • 2008 – 125,472 miles
  • 2007 – 116,123 miles
  • 2006 – 109,162 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass182,724 miles
  • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Items removed from driver's view prior to test
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Drivers seat base slightly insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 12 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass182,724 miles (+132)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    182,724 miles
    Test number
    804675565372
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Pass182,592 miles (+500)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    182,592 miles
    Test number
    527995751251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass182,092 miles (+4,898)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    182,092 miles
    Test number
    174797362042
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  4. Pass177,194 miles (+7)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    177,194 miles
    Test number
    416050219044
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat base slightly insecure
  5. Fail177,187 miles (+667)3 dangerous15 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,187 miles
    Test number
    944826786738
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device excessively deteriorated (3.1 (c))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged (1.6 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced inner wing has marked (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wing area has marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat base slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryN/s floor to sill areas slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s floor to sill areas slightly corroded
  6. Pass176,520 miles (+603)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    176,520 miles
    Test number
    124863186393
    • AdvisoryAll metal brake pipes slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryFull underbody has surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/50/16 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  7. Pass175,917 miles (+3,382)4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2016
    Odometer
    175,917 miles
    Test number
    738463445181
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFull underbody has surface corosion
    • NoteNearside rear wheel arch coroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  8. Fail172,535 miles2 repaired7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,535 miles
    Test number
    128223524135
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteO/s/f wheel arch corroded
    • NoteSill trims fitted
  9. Pass172,535 miles (+1,411)7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2015
    Odometer
    172,535 miles
    Test number
    509683824106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteO/s/f wheel arch corroded
    • NoteSill trims fitted
  10. Pass171,124 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2014
    Odometer
    171,124 miles
    Test number
    256295543153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteWippers poor to clear screen
  11. Fail171,124 miles (+3,965)11 failures2 repaired8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,124 miles
    Test number
    425061633138
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteFront & rear tyres are different sizes
  12. Pass167,159 miles4 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2013
    Odometer
    167,159 miles
    Test number
    725446022198
    • AdvisoryFront Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCorrosion showing to inner sills on both sides
    • NoteExhaust -centre support bracket broken
    • NoteN/s/front fog lamp damaged
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear chassis showing signs of corrosion(both sides)
    • NoteSill covers fitted
    • NoteSlight damage to o/s centre chassis
  13. Fail167,159 miles (+10,264)9 failures4 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,159 miles
    Test number
    439726122183
    • FailureExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCorrosion showing to inner sills on both sides
    • NoteExhaust -centre support bracket broken
    • NoteN/s/front fog lamp damaged
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear chassis showing signs of corrosion(both sides)
    • NoteSill covers fitted
    • NoteSlight damage to o/s centre chassis
  14. Pass156,895 miles (+828)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2012
    Odometer
    156,895 miles
    Test number
    259644421153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail156,067 miles (+11,305)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,067 miles
    Test number
    479104701106
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  16. Pass144,762 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    144,762 miles
    Test number
    140050520186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail144,762 miles (+9,887)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,762 miles
    Test number
    331850320135
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)
    • Repaired at testTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass134,875 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    134,875 miles
    Test number
    250821429403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail134,860 miles (+9,388)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,860 miles
    Test number
    262200329101
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  20. Pass125,472 miles (+89)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    125,472 miles
    Test number
    873692728101
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  21. Fail125,383 miles (+9,260)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,383 miles
    Test number
    491430328147
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  22. Pass116,123 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    116,123 miles
    Test number
    150634817168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail116,123 miles (+6,961)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,123 miles
    Test number
    212194317134
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
  24. Pass109,162 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    109,162 miles
    Test number
    644602406174
    • NoteNear side front fog light broken

Questions about P429 DRD

Does P429 DRD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P429 DRD expired on 28 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P429 DRD?
The MOT on P429 DRD expired on 28 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P429 DRD done?
P429 DRD was recorded at 182,724 miles at its MOT on 29 Aug 2024, an average of 4,002 miles a year.
Has P429 DRD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P429 DRD has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jun 2020.
Has the mileage on P429 DRD ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on P429 DRD find?
P429 DRD passed its latest MOT on 29 Aug 2024 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: central windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; central items removed from driver's view prior to test; nearside rear inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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