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HG05 VYA

2005 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

97,785 mi
Last recorded97,785 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG05 VYA
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Fail 16 Dec 2020 97,785 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 79,804 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2018 75,025 miles

Power steering close to minimum mark on minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Jun 2018 75,025 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Power steering close to minimum mark on minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2017 70,728 miles

o/side and n/side front brake disc slightly worn

Pass 18 Jun 2016 65,502 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2016 65,502 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 59,445 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 53,808 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 47,978 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 43,201 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 35,745 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 29,650 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2009 23,227 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Jun 2009 23,227 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 16,760 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 VYA is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 HG05 VYA, 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 HG05 VYA registered?

HG05 VYA is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 27 June 2005.

Is HG05 VYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG05 VYA shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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