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DE05 RVJ

2005 Nissan Almera

Black Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

86,616 mi
Last recorded86,616 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE05 RVJ
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2018 86,616 miles

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 81,026 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2016 77,333 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (3.5.1i)

front to rear exhaust start distorting & corroded

sills covers fitted

Pass 15 Aug 2015 73,863 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sills covers fitted

Pass 6 Aug 2014 69,542 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 67,013 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Pass 18 Feb 2013 59,311 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 52,081 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2011 45,328 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2010 38,480 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Feb 2009 26,294 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 24 Feb 2009 26,294 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 25,183 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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DE05 RVJ is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Black with a 1,769cc 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 DE05 RVJ, 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 DE05 RVJ registered?

DE05 RVJ is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is DE05 RVJ safe to buy?

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