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BJ05 VLS

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

98,994 mi
Last recorded98,994 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ05 VLS
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2018 98,994 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2017 84,986 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2017 84,986 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2016 73,566 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

o/s/r tyre perished

oil leak

Pass 18 Feb 2015 70,204 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 66,461 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 62,696 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 60,065 miles

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

o/s headlight dull

Pass 22 Aug 2011 54,413 miles

both front tyres worn smooth on inner edges

front brake discs inner faces worn

Pass 23 Aug 2010 48,784 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 41,421 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 33,721 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 26,895 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 VLS is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 VLS, 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 VLS registered?

BJ05 VLS is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 30 April 2005.

Is BJ05 VLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ05 VLS shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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