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KC05 RVY

2005 Nissan Almera

Grey Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

94,408 mi
Last recorded94,408 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC05 RVY
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Fail 26 Aug 2026 94,408 miles

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

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

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

Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% nearside fluctuating (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Parking brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated little reserve travel (1.1.6 (d))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view nearside central and offside upper (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2025 87,556 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 19 Aug 2025 87,556 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 80,240 miles

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

Fail 5 Aug 2024 80,240 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2023 76,824 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 69,495 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 61,951 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Aug 2021 61,951 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 54,572 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 48,079 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2019 48,079 miles

Offside Front Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 6 Apr 2017 47,976 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 47,325 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2016 47,323 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 46,037 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2014 44,274 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 42,217 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 40,531 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 38,782 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2010 36,864 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 34,361 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 27,715 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 28 Apr 2008 27,715 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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KC05 RVY is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Grey with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KC05 RVY, 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 KC05 RVY registered?

KC05 RVY is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 23 May 2005.

Is KC05 RVY safe to buy?

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