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DG55 ZGA

2005 Nissan Almera

Black Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

110,162 mi
Last recorded110,162 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2014
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG55 ZGA
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2014 110,162 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front bumper insecure

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine sump heavily corroded

exhaust downpipe/cat corroded

Fail 26 Mar 2014 110,085 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front bumper insecure

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine sump heavily corroded

exhaust downpipe/cat corroded

Pass 2 Apr 2013 96,340 miles

air bag light on

rear brake disks pitted

Pass 31 Mar 2012 86,724 miles

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

air bag light on

front brake disks pitted and worn

front exhaust heat shield loose

Fail 30 Mar 2012 86,724 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

air bag light on

front brake disks pitted and worn

front exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 26 Mar 2011 71,577 miles

Front brake discs worn

Fail 25 Mar 2011 71,577 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front brake discs worn

Pass 31 Mar 2010 49,567 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2010 49,559 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Oct 2008 14,729 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 13,984 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 ZGA is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Black with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 ZGA, 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 ZGA registered?

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

Is DG55 ZGA safe to buy?

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