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LX55 VTY

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

57,927 mi
Last recorded57,927 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX55 VTY
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 57,927 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2024 57,153 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also slight cracking 195/55 16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 56,337 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 55,694 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 55,024 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2020 54,415 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge 195/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre and worn uneven

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

Fail 17 Sep 2020 54,415 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge 195/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre and worn uneven

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2019 52,980 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2019 52,980 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 50,360 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 47,802 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 45,375 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 43,117 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 40,532 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 36,308 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 33,152 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 29,867 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2010 24,955 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 20,610 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 15,736 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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LX55 VTY is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LX55 VTY, 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 LX55 VTY registered?

LX55 VTY is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is LX55 VTY safe to buy?

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