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DY55 OYW

2005 Nissan Almera

Grey Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

54,328 mi
Last recorded54,328 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY55 OYW
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 54,328 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Dec 2025 54,328 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both sides (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2024 53,618 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2024 53,618 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Dec 2023 52,637 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 51,960 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2022 51,960 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 51,006 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2020 49,957 miles

Both front tyres cracks present

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre cracks ocurring

Pass 4 Sep 2019 49,424 miles

Offside Front Tyre outer wall cracks occurring

Pass 3 Sep 2018 48,694 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 47,615 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 46,070 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 44,765 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 42,843 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 42,155 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 41,162 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2011 40,629 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Aug 2011 40,629 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2010 39,301 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2009 38,401 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2008 35,343 miles

Cuts in front tyres outer side walls, no cords showing.

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside rear tyre wearing low on outer edge.

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

Offside front tyre wearing low on inner edge.

Fail 20 Aug 2008 35,343 miles

Cuts in front tyres outer side walls, no cords showing.

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside rear tyre wearing low on outer edge.

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside front tyre wearing low on inner edge.

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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DY55 OYW is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Grey with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 DY55 OYW, 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 DY55 OYW registered?

DY55 OYW is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is DY55 OYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY55 OYW shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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