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GY55 VZR

2005 Nissan Almera

Grey Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2024
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

107,033 mi
Last recorded107,033 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY55 VZR
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2023 107,033 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

under body & suspension components surface rust

Pass 22 Dec 2021 89,947 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

front anti roll bar bush deteriorated

osr light cracked

Fail 22 Dec 2021 89,947 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

front anti roll bar bush deteriorated

osr light cracked

Pass 24 Dec 2020 74,160 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 71,862 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 64,300 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2018 64,196 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 18 Oct 2017 55,738 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2016 47,963 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2016 47,963 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 39,072 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 30,621 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 24,076 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2013 24,076 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Oct 2012 21,975 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 19,912 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 16,322 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 8,026 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2009 8,026 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 6,719 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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GY55 VZR is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Grey with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 GY55 VZR, 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.

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What year was GY55 VZR registered?

GY55 VZR is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 24 September 2005.

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