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DA05 VGX

2005 Nissan Almera

Grey Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

110,340 mi
Last recorded110,340 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA05 VGX
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2018 110,340 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and damaged on sidewall (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2016 99,522 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Front worn smoth on inner edge

Offside Rear tyre stepped on inner edge

Rear disc's in poor condition

metal brake pipes covered in plastic and prevent full inspection of pipes

Fail 22 Nov 2016 99,522 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear mount (6.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Front worn smoth on inner edge

Offside Rear tyre stepped on inner edge

Rear disc's in poor condition

metal brake pipes covered in plastic and prevent full inspection of pipes

Pass 15 Oct 2015 91,396 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 81,742 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 71,760 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2013 71,760 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2012 78,717 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 15 Oct 2012 78,717 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 51,969 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Sep 2011 51,969 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2010 44,567 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 33,421 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 22,563 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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DA05 VGX is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Grey with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 DA05 VGX, 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.

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What year was DA05 VGX registered?

DA05 VGX is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 27 June 2005.

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