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FV05 AVP

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

39,107 mi
Last recorded39,107 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 AVP
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 39,107 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all discs corroded+lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2025 37,416 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Feb 2025 37,413 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2023 37,093 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 36,396 miles

advise surface rust on the front brake discs

Pass 10 Feb 2021 36,354 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2021 36,354 miles

Nearside Rear Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 35,986 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

general underbody and components corroded

Pass 28 Jan 2019 35,271 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

centre and rear exhaust corroded

fuel filler neck heavy corroded

handbrake travel slight high

Pass 6 Feb 2018 34,455 miles

Steering rack damp

Steering system has slight play detected at steering wheel

Fail 6 Feb 2018 34,454 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding Wheel bearing not checked (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front front brake binding Wheel bearing not checked (3.7.B.1)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Offside Rear Brake caliper damp / not leaking / advise service

Steering rack damp

Steering system has slight play detected at steering wheel

Pass 11 Jan 2017 33,086 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

steering rack damp

Fail 11 Jan 2017 33,086 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

steering rack damp

Pass 28 Jan 2016 31,556 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 28 Jan 2016 31,556 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2015 29,246 miles

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

nearside front brake binding slightly

Pass 7 Feb 2014 26,826 miles

both front brake discs corroded on inner faces.

Fail 5 Feb 2014 26,799 miles

Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

both front brake discs corroded on inner faces.

Pass 28 Feb 2013 24,592 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 22,018 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 19,988 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 17,316 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 14,553 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 12,023 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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FV05 AVP is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FV05 AVP, 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 FV05 AVP registered?

FV05 AVP is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 21 April 2005.

Is FV05 AVP safe to buy?

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