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FV55 KTE

2005 Nissan Almera

Silver Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

47,584 mi
Last recorded47,584 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 KTE
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 47,584 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2024 46,188 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2024 46,188 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2023 44,961 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 7 Dec 2023 44,961 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2022 43,607 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 42,068 miles

Evidence of PAS oil leak

Evidence of oil leak

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

Pass 14 Dec 2020 41,470 miles

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

minor oil leak from engine

minor power steering fluid leak from rack

Pass 11 Dec 2019 40,719 miles

Evidence of oil on steering rack

Slight Engine Oil Leak

Pass 12 Dec 2018 39,287 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 36,984 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 35,602 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2015 34,152 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 32,689 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 30,530 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 28,907 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 25,962 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 23,344 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 19,930 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 15,840 miles

front brakes slight inbalance

rear brake bind slight

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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FV55 KTE is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Silver with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FV55 KTE, 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

How do I check the history of FV55 KTE?

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What year was FV55 KTE registered?

FV55 KTE is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 20 December 2005.

Is FV55 KTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV55 KTE shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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