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AF54 VGJ

2004 Nissan Almera

Grey Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

896,760 mi
Last recorded896,760 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2021
Typical for 2004 Nissan Almera59,550 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF54 VGJ
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2021 896,760 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2021 89,660 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 87,651 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 85,443 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2019 85,543 miles

Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

wiper switch faulty

Pass 5 Oct 2018 80,965 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Oct 2018 80,965 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding caliper seized (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2017 75,974 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2016 71,044 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2016 71,044 miles

Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Oct 2015 67,344 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2015 67,344 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 64,038 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 58,565 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2012 52,487 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 44,657 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 36,869 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 30,556 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2009 30,556 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 24,189 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 19,133 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Almera?

Based on 2,976,239 MOT tests across 231,560 vehicles.

71.1%
Pass Rate
5,550
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
231,560
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 141,538
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 88,997
Brake pipe excessively corroded 84,584
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 77,923
position lamp(s) not working 67,756
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AF54 VGJ is a 2004 Nissan Almera in Grey with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2004 Nissan Almera models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 59,550 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Nissan Almera fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 141,538 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF54 VGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Almera typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 22 years old, this Nissan Almera is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AF54 VGJ registered?

AF54 VGJ is a 2004 Nissan Almera, first registered on 11 September 2004.

Is AF54 VGJ safe to buy?

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