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KA05 RVE

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

114,500 mi
Last recorded114,500 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKA05 RVE
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 114,500 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2025 114,500 miles

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

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2024 111,910 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 108,538 miles

Nearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component from the rack (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 5 Aug 2022 104,669 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 97,148 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 91,080 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 86,836 miles

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Aug 2019 86,836 miles

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

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 81,202 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2018 81,202 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 75,480 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2016 69,631 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 64,373 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 57,785 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 52,581 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 47,052 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 40,384 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 34,280 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 28,378 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 22,340 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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KA05 RVE is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KA05 RVE, 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 KA05 RVE registered?

KA05 RVE is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 25 August 2005.

Is KA05 RVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KA05 RVE shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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