Nissan Almera Wiper Motor Replacement Parts

The Nissan Almera ran across two main UK generations: the N15 (1995–2000) and the N16 (2000–2006), and the generation is the key factor when sourcing a used wiper motor. A motor from the N15 will not be a straightforward swap onto an N16, as the mounting and connector arrangements differ between the two. Always quote your generation or registration to the breaker so they can pull the correct unit.

Both the 2001 and 2004 Almera sit within the N16 generation (2000–2006), so they share the same body architecture and wiper motor design. Compatibility within this generation is generally strong, but confirm the front or rear application with the breaker, as front and rear motors are not interchangeable. Give the breaker your registration to verify the exact match before purchasing.

This question spans the generation boundary: the 1999 car is N15 (1995–2000) while a 2000 car could be either the outgoing N15 or the newly introduced N16, depending on when it was registered. Whether a motor from an early 2000 N16 crosses back to an N15 is not something we can confirm, so route this directly to the breaker and give them both registrations to compare. Do not assume interchangeability across that N15-to-N16 boundary.

For wiper motors, trim level does not affect fitment — the S, SE, and SVE variants within the same generation use the same wiper motor setup. You may find minor cosmetic differences such as wiper arm finish, but the motor itself is spec-matched to the generation and front or rear position, not the trim. Confirm generation and front or rear position with the breaker, and trim can be disregarded.

Yes — front and rear wiper motors are completely different units and are not interchangeable, so make sure you specify which you need when contacting a breaker. The front motor drives both wiper arms via a linkage, while the rear motor is a standalone unit mounted in the tailgate. Being clear on this from the outset will save time and avoid an incorrect part being dispatched.

No — engine size has no bearing on wiper motor fitment for the Almera. The correct motor is determined by generation (N15 or N16) and whether you need the front or rear unit. You can safely disregard engine variants when searching, but always confirm against your registration with the breaker.