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HT05 VMC

2005 Nissan Almera

Grey Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

85,762 mi
Last recorded85,762 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT05 VMC
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 85,762 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 84,522 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2024 83,456 miles

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

Fail 30 May 2024 83,456 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2023 82,262 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2022 81,328 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm (195/55R16) tyre also devoid of tread on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.3mm (195/55R16) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre devoid of tread on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component power steering rack has a slight misting of oil (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 13 Jun 2022 81,328 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm (195/55R16) tyre also devoid of tread on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.3mm (195/55R16) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre devoid of tread on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component power steering rack has a slight misting of oil (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 80,617 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack has a misting of oil (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 14 Jun 2021 80,617 miles

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre devoid of tread on inside edge. tyre also measures 3.1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack has a misting of oil (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 80,108 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 12 Jun 2020 80,108 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 10 Jun 2019 77,678 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 74,087 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 69,491 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 64,510 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 58,816 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 52,745 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2013 47,184 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 42,289 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 37,361 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 31,312 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2009 25,145 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 18,960 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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HT05 VMC is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Grey with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 HT05 VMC, 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 HT05 VMC registered?

HT05 VMC is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 28 July 2005.

Is HT05 VMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HT05 VMC shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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