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HG05 VFB

2005 Nissan Almera

Black Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

47,527 mi
Last recorded47,527 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG05 VFB
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2019 47,527 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 45,132 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 39,796 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both sides (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre perished

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

Pass 22 Jul 2015 36,963 miles

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

both rear tyres perrished

Pass 26 Jun 2014 33,789 miles

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

o/s/f tyre worn on the outer edges

wipers poor

Pass 30 Apr 2013 31,134 miles
Fail 22 May 2012 27,097 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 May 2012 27,097 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 25,071 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2010 25,071 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 33,684 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 17,661 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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HG05 VFB is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Black with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HG05 VFB, 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 HG05 VFB registered?

HG05 VFB is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is HG05 VFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG05 VFB shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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