2000 Nissan Almera — MOT failures & pass rate
2,527 MOT tests on the 2000 Nissan Almera are in this dataset, and 72.7% of them passed. That is effectively the same as small family cars of a similar age (27.7% fail rate), so the MOT record here is unremarkable in either direction. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 17.0% of tests against 12.2% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are component mounting prescribed areas, stop lamp and headlamp aim — component mounting prescribed areas alone was recorded 272 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 21.4% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 30.9% once past 150k.
Brakes is the most common advisory, noted on 35.9% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 17.0% | 430 |
| 2 | Brakes | 12.2% | 308 |
| 3 | Suspension | 8.8% | 222 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 8.7% | 219 |
| 5 | Visibility | 6.0% | 151 |
| 6 | Tyres | 4.9% | 123 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 272 |
| 2 | Stop lamp | 151 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 149 |
| 4 | Position lamp | 139 |
| 5 | Wipers | 134 |
| 6 | Service brake performance | 130 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 35.9% | 907 |
| 2 | Tyres | 29.8% | 754 |
| 3 | Suspension | 27.1% | 684 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 18.2% | 459 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 15.9% | 401 |
| 6 | Other defects | 15.7% | 396 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 103 | 21.4% |
| 30-60k | 601 | 22.6% |
| 60-90k | 1,024 | 26.7% |
| 90-120k | 560 | 32.1% |
| 120-150k | 157 | 30.6% |
| 150k+ | 55 | 30.9% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 817 | 26.8% |
| 2022 | 619 | 26.2% |
| 2023 | 475 | 28.4% |
| 2024 | 351 | 27.9% |
| 2025 | 265 | 28.3% |
What to check before buying a 2000 Almera
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 17.0% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (17.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (12.2% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Suspension (8.8% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2000 Nissan Almeras pass their MOT?
72.7% of the 2,527 2000 Nissan Almera MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 27.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2000 Nissan Almera?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 17.0% of tests, followed by brakes (12.2%).
Does the 2000 Almera get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 21.4% in the 0-30k band to 30.9% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,527 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.