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KA05 RVU

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

111,379 mi
Last recorded111,379 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2017 111,379 miles

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

Fail 31 Aug 2017 111,295 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2016 101,634 miles

clutch operation stiff

Pass 4 Sep 2015 89,726 miles

slight wear to front brake disc surfaces

Fail 4 Sep 2015 89,729 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

slight wear to front brake disc surfaces

Pass 4 Sep 2014 79,719 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 71,078 miles

rear number plate deteriorating

Fail 5 Sep 2013 71,078 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

rear number plate deteriorating

Pass 7 Sep 2012 59,742 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)

exhaust front heatshield loose

Pass 12 Sep 2011 50,986 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 45,094 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2009 39,075 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 9,445 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 RVU is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 RVU, 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 RVU registered?

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

Is KA05 RVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KA05 RVU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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