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DK55 VLF

2005 Nissan Almera

Silver Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

140,435 mi
Last recorded140,435 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2018
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK55 VLF
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2018 140,435 miles

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

Fail 13 Dec 2018 140,435 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement hand brake linkage (1.1.15 (e))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating brake disc distorted (1.2.1 (e))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jan 2018 124,626 miles

both front tyres wearing on inside edges

Pass 31 Dec 2016 108,127 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 89,416 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 69,916 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 48,242 miles

rear tyres fairly close to limit

Pass 14 Jan 2013 32,699 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2012 26,666 miles

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

Gearbox mounting defective

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear wiper split

Pass 4 Jan 2012 26,666 miles

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

Gearbox mounting defective

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Rear wiper split

Pass 11 Jan 2011 21,050 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 15,119 miles

Both rear tyres outer & inner tread wearing to 2mm

Pass 13 Jan 2009 9,146 miles

nearside rear tyre on 3/4mm with outer tread wearing

Pass 22 Aug 2008 8,457 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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DK55 VLF is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Silver with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DK55 VLF, 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 DK55 VLF registered?

DK55 VLF is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 24 September 2005.

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The MOT history for DK55 VLF shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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