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DG55 VFH

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2017
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

83,180 mi
Last recorded83,180 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG55 VFH
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2016 83,180 miles

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 30 Jul 2015 78,118 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 71,324 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 29 Jul 2014 71,324 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 65,034 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2013 65,034 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Fail 25 Jul 2012 63,024 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 63,024 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 30 Jul 2011 57,626 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 57,626 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 44,986 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2010 44,986 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 32,560 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2009 32,560 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2008 25,168 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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DG55 VFH is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 DG55 VFH, 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 DG55 VFH registered?

DG55 VFH is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 7 October 2005.

Is DG55 VFH safe to buy?

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