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BJ05 VKL

2005 Nissan Almera

Grey Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

125,111 mi
Last recorded125,111 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ05 VKL
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 125,111 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

inner edge front tyres worn

offside parking brake efficiency low

Pass 8 Aug 2025 119,316 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2025 119,282 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 115,344 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 105,100 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 3 Aug 2023 105,100 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps BOTH (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 95,449 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 8 Aug 2022 95,374 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 88,040 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 82,305 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive REAR ENGINE (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 79,890 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 12 Aug 2019 79,888 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 75,315 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 70,902 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases NEAR REAR JOINT (7.1.2)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 65,823 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit ALL 4 TYRES (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 59,594 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 52,570 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 47,882 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 42,775 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2012 42,675 miles

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 36,729 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 29,997 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 22,511 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 13,639 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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BJ05 VKL is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Grey with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2005 Nissan Almera models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 58,958 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BJ05 VKL, 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 21 years old, this Nissan Almera is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJ05 VKL registered?

BJ05 VKL is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 12 May 2005.

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