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Nissan Almera

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,597 cc

S78 HTEMOT history

S78 HTE is a red petrol Nissan Almera first used on 29 Jan 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Jan 2023 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 87,101 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Jan 2023
Mileage
87,101 mi
At MOT on 5 Jan 2022
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,888 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S78 HTE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Almera
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S78 HTE was last recorded at 87,101 miles on 5 Jan 2022, 4,625 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jan 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,476 miles · 2 Jan 2020
Between the last two tests
4,625 miles
Average per year
1,888 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 87,101 miles
  • 2020 – 82,476 miles
  • 2019 – 82,476 miles
  • 2017 – 78,952 miles
  • 2016 – 78,224 miles
  • 2015 – 76,632 miles
  • 2014 – 75,595 miles
  • 2012 – 75,590 miles
  • 2011 – 74,725 miles
  • 2010 – 70,321 miles
  • 2009 – 66,661 miles
  • 2008 – 63,628 miles
  • 2007 – 60,747 miles
  • 2006 – 56,959 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,101 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front tyres starting to crack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

26 tests since 19 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,101 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    87,101 miles
    Test number
    371799859044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    688615853235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass82,476 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    82,476 miles
    Test number
    981565873301
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail82,476 miles (+2,517)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,476 miles
    Test number
    952420635088
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass79,959 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    79,959 miles
    Test number
    475806451978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail79,958 miles (+1,006)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,958 miles
    Test number
    965545079154
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass78,952 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    78,952 miles
    Test number
    798514983783
    • AdvisoryFront tyres starting to crack

  8. Fail78,952 miles (+728)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,952 miles
    Test number
    434661470238
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres starting to crack

  9. Pass78,224 miles (+1,592)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    78,224 miles
    Test number
    872738185173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass76,632 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    76,632 miles
    Test number
    596105045962

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail76,632 miles (+1,037)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,632 miles
    Test number
    193393300647
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

  12. Pass75,595 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    75,595 miles
    Test number
    289041454308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail75,595 miles (+5)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,595 miles
    Test number
    539006944396
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside 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)

  14. Pass75,590 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    75,590 miles
    Test number
    579496222011
    • NoteAdvise 185/65/r14 tyres fitted to rear and 175/65/r14 fitted to front.

  15. Fail75,590 miles (+865)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,590 miles
    Test number
    825014422084
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteAdvise 185/65/r14 tyres fitted to rear and 175/65/r14 fitted to front.

  16. Pass74,725 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    74,725 miles
    Test number
    135788821458
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail74,725 miles (+4,404)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,725 miles
    Test number
    396978021003
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass70,321 miles (+3,660)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    70,321 miles
    Test number
    443296120061
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAdvise all tyres under inflated due to vehicle being stood.
    • NoteAdvise battery possibly defective had to jump start vehicle.

  19. Pass66,661 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    66,661 miles
    Test number
    713729929010
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAdvise 175/14 fitted to front and 185/14 fitted to rear.
    • NoteAdvise front pads over halfway worn.

  20. Fail66,661 miles (+3,033)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,661 miles
    Test number
    802099429036
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAdvise front pads over halfway worn.

  21. Pass63,628 miles (+34)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    63,628 miles
    Test number
    200991028054
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Fail63,594 miles (+2,847)3 failures1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,594 miles
    Test number
    630938418068
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Fail60,747 miles3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,747 miles
    Test number
    823174927061
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass60,747 miles (+3,788)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    60,747 miles
    Test number
    960014427083
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail56,959 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,959 miles
    Test number
    641769216004
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre scrubbing inner edge.

  26. Pass56,959 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    56,959 miles
    Test number
    764559016025
    • NoteO/s/f tyre scrubbing inner edge.

Questions about S78 HTE

Does S78 HTE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S78 HTE expired on 13 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S78 HTE?
The MOT on S78 HTE expired on 13 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S78 HTE done?
S78 HTE was recorded at 87,101 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2022, an average of 1,888 miles a year.
Has S78 HTE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S78 HTE has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Dec 2019.
Has the mileage on S78 HTE 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 S78 HTE find?
S78 HTE passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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