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LT05 RVR

2005 Nissan Almera

Silver Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

100,698 mi
Last recorded100,698 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT05 RVR
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 100,698 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

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

general corrosion

Pass 27 May 2025 88,922 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front & rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

power steering leak

underbody corroded

Pass 11 Jul 2023 87,853 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

handbrake travel

Fail 6 Jul 2023 87,838 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

handbrake travel

Pass 11 Jul 2022 87,006 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 11 Jul 2022 87,006 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 86,025 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jul 2021 86,020 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2020 85,164 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 8 May 2019 82,695 miles

Offside 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))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 8 May 2018 78,743 miles

Power steering rack damp

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 8 May 2018 78,743 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Power steering rack damp

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 8 May 2017 74,776 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2016 69,596 miles

Hand controls fitted

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Power steering Rack damp

Pass 6 May 2015 63,540 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 9 May 2014 57,664 miles

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

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

Pass 8 May 2013 52,907 miles
Fail 8 May 2013 52,907 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

wipers smearing

Pass 8 May 2012 47,770 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 47,769 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2011 41,992 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 37,666 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 32,581 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2008 26,797 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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LT05 RVR is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Silver with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LT05 RVR, 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 LT05 RVR registered?

LT05 RVR is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 10 May 2005.

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