1996 Nissan Almera 1.6L Petrol · N251 CKM

The roadworthiness status of this Nissan Almera is currently unverified, as the most recent MOT test on February 13, 2023, occurred over three and a half years prior to the current date of August 20, 2026. This extended absence from the testing system indicates the vehicle has likely been laid up, SORN registered, or operated off-road for a considerable duration. The maintenance trend leading up to that final test appeared stable, transitioning from a clean pass in January 2022 to a brief failure followed immediately by a successful pass a month later in early 2023 without any documented advisory defects. The recorded mileage stands at 79,362 miles on a thirty-year-old chassis, averaging approximately 2,645 miles annually, which confirms very light usage over its lifespan. The available MOT history is remarkably sparse, showing testing activity restricted entirely to a twelve-month window between January 2022 and February 2023. This leaves significant gaps in the historical paper trail, meaning previous wear patterns or structural deterioration from earlier years cannot be verified through official testing data alone. Prospective buyers must conduct a thorough physical inspection focusing on the structural integrity of the sills, chassis rails, and suspension mountings, as thirty-year-old Japanese steel is highly susceptible to corrosion when left standing for long periods. Rubber components such as suspension bushes, brake hoses, and fuel lines will require close scrutiny for dry rot and perishing due to age and intermittent use. Furthermore, the braking system and tyres demand careful evaluation for seized calipers, warped discs, and flat-spotting resulting from prolonged storage.