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LX05 OVP

2005 Nissan Almera

Silver Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

47,264 mi
Last recorded47,264 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2015
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX05 OVP
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2015 47,264 miles

offside front shockabsorber bouncy

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 24 Feb 2014 43,393 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2014 43,393 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2013 39,225 miles

damage to nearside front tyre outer sidewall (no canvass visible

front brake balance high (but within limits).

handbrake travel high

nearside front outer bumper/wing poor condition

nearside headlamp poor condition

offside front tyre on legal limit

offside rear tyre getting low

offside steering rack gaiter damp

oil leak from engine area

power steering reservoir damp

Fail 20 Feb 2013 39,225 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

damage to nearside front tyre outer sidewall (no canvass visible

front brake balance high (but within limits).

handbrake travel high

nearside front outer bumper/wing poor condition

nearside headlamp poor condition

offside front tyre on legal limit

offside rear tyre getting low

offside steering rack gaiter damp

oil leak from engine area

power steering reservoir damp

Pass 22 Feb 2012 35,220 miles

damage to n/s front sidewall,no canvass showing

o/s front tyre low on inner edge

o/s rear tyre getting low

Pass 17 Feb 2011 31,988 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2011 31,988 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Feb 2010 28,997 miles

damage to n/s rear tyre sidewall

front pads very low

Fail 23 Mar 2009 25,489 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

nearside rear tyre outer sidewall damaged (showing signs of wear)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 25,489 miles

nearside rear tyre outer sidewall damaged (showing signs of wear)

Pass 27 Feb 2008 19,238 miles

o/s front tyre on limit

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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LX05 OVP is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Silver with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LX05 OVP, 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 LX05 OVP registered?

LX05 OVP is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is LX05 OVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX05 OVP shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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