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KG05 DBV

2005 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

48,579 mi
Last recorded48,579 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG05 DBV
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 48,579 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2024 45,835 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2023 44,599 miles

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

Nearside Inner tie rod has slight free play

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

Pass 12 Nov 2022 43,464 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 42,219 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2020 41,223 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2019 38,712 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 34,308 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 27,510 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (3.5.1g)

Fail 18 Nov 2017 27,510 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Nov 2016 24,532 miles

aux belts contaminated with oil

oil leaks

Pass 14 Nov 2015 20,410 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 16,721 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 16,305 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Rear bumper insecure

both front mirrors back covers missing

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 30 Mar 2012 14,466 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

both back covers missing on door mirrors

Pass 29 Mar 2011 12,879 miles

o/s/f mirror cover missing

Pass 30 Mar 2010 11,121 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 8,912 miles

offside door mirror cover missing

Pass 28 Mar 2008 6,820 miles

offside front mirror cover missing

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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KG05 DBV is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 KG05 DBV, 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 KG05 DBV registered?

KG05 DBV is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is KG05 DBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KG05 DBV shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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