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DG55 VWL

2005 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

72,916 mi
Last recorded72,916 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2021
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG55 VWL
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2021 72,916 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 69,376 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on edges

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

Pass 29 Jan 2019 65,453 miles

exhaust front heat shield loose

nearside and offside head light lense misty need cleaning

Pass 3 Feb 2018 56,141 miles

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

Fail 3 Feb 2018 56,141 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)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2017 51,513 miles

Offside Front tyre on limit worn on edges

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

Fail 24 Feb 2017 51,513 miles

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

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

Offside Front tyre on limit worn on edges

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2016 47,432 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2015 43,380 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)

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

Pass 5 Mar 2015 43,380 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 37,717 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 33,691 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 28,487 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2010 23,657 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2010 23,657 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2009 19,052 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 15,305 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 VWL is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 DG55 VWL, 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 DG55 VWL registered?

DG55 VWL is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 20 October 2005.

Is DG55 VWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG55 VWL shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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