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LV55 KXC

2005 Nissan Almera

Black Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

36,997 mi
Last recorded36,997 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV55 KXC
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 36,997 miles

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 9 Sep 2025 36,997 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Sep 2024 36,850 miles

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

Nearside Rear lamp damaged

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Sep 2024 36,848 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195/55 r 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear lamp damaged

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2023 36,366 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 35,724 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 31 Aug 2022 35,724 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 34,935 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 34,458 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 33,848 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2019 33,848 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2018 33,293 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Sep 2018 33,293 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 31 Aug 2017 32,030 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 31,288 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 8 Sep 2016 31,288 miles

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

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

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 30,500 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 29,656 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 29,306 miles

nail in nearside front ntyre

rear brake pads getting low

rear no. plate delaminating (not seriously)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 26,947 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 25,061 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 21,248 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 12,317 miles

OFFSIDE DOOR MIRROR DAMAGED

2X NAILS IN NEARSIDE REAR TYRE TREAD

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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LV55 KXC is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Black with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 LV55 KXC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LV55 KXC registered?

LV55 KXC is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is LV55 KXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV55 KXC shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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