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DE05 VKL

2005 Nissan Almera

Green Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

50,036 mi
Last recorded50,036 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE05 VKL
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2018 50,036 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 48,929 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 46,914 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 44,977 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2014 44,973 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 9 Nov 2013 42,578 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2013 42,577 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 8 Nov 2012 39,591 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2011 36,735 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Nov 2011 36,735 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 32,828 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2009 28,122 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 26,191 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 22,575 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 VKL is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Green with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 DE05 VKL registered?

DE05 VKL is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is DE05 VKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE05 VKL shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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