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FL05 VFG

2005 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

77,026 mi
Last recorded77,026 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2020
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL05 VFG
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2020 77,026 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 71,492 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2019 71,492 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Mar 2018 69,444 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 68,639 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2016 67,858 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 66,970 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 66,326 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 64,985 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 63,452 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 61,701 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 60,143 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 58,165 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 55,614 miles

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

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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FL05 VFG is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FL05 VFG, 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 FL05 VFG registered?

FL05 VFG is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 15 March 2005.

Is FL05 VFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL05 VFG shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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