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LM05 VZL

2005 Nissan Almera

Silver Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

44,611 mi
Last recorded44,611 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM05 VZL
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2016 44,611 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 38,153 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2015 38,153 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 33,500 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

offside front tyre presihed

Fail 26 Jul 2014 33,495 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Outer Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

offside front tyre presihed

Pass 22 Jul 2013 44,085 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 27,543 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2011 23,350 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 37,465 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 14,229 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 9,564 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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LM05 VZL is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Silver with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 LM05 VZL, 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 LM05 VZL registered?

LM05 VZL is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 27 July 2005.

Is LM05 VZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM05 VZL shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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