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DG05 CFV

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

85,004 mi
Last recorded85,004 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG05 CFV
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 85,004 miles

n/s/f outer cv gaiter deteriorating/splitting

Fail 4 Nov 2025 84,834 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

n/s/f outer cv gaiter deteriorating/splitting

Pass 14 Nov 2024 72,790 miles

Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and offside. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and offside. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 59,159 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 59,128 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 58,714 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

engine sump corroded

Pass 24 Jul 2021 57,778 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2021 57,773 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2020 57,273 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 54,981 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 51,008 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 46,206 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 41,213 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 36,655 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 32,623 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 28,261 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 25,047 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 21,882 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 17,955 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 13,723 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 9,031 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 8,734 miles

N.s.f. tyre outer wall slightly damage but not exposing cords

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

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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DG05 CFV is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 DG05 CFV, 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

How do I check the history of DG05 CFV?

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What year was DG05 CFV registered?

DG05 CFV is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 4 April 2005.

Is DG05 CFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG05 CFV shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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