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LT05 VAJ

2005 Nissan Almera

Grey Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

61,957 mi
Last recorded61,957 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2021
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT05 VAJ
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2021 61,957 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2020 61,199 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 58,347 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 55,182 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 52,023 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 48,119 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 44,285 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 40,420 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 36,537 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2013 36,537 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2012 31,974 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2012 31,974 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

both rear tyres feathering on inner edges

Pass 15 Mar 2011 26,615 miles

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

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

brake fluid half way down reservoir

Pass 25 Feb 2010 21,654 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 17,163 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)

Fail 27 Feb 2009 17,163 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Feb 2008 12,687 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 VAJ is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Grey with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 VAJ, 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 VAJ registered?

LT05 VAJ is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 3 March 2005.

Is LT05 VAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT05 VAJ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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