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LY54 DFU

2005 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

116,800 mi
Last recorded116,800 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY54 DFU
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 116,800 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VERY worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES , low and cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2025 110,907 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2025 110,845 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2024 105,306 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 30 Dec 2022 99,382 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))

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output slightly dim but still gives good beam pattern (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 30 Dec 2022 99,382 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))

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output slightly dim but still gives good beam pattern (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Jan 2022 89,369 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 83,166 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 76,894 miles

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 29 Jan 2019 68,014 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 60,796 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2016 45,213 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 31,254 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2016 31,251 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 30,440 miles

nearside front tyre worn on outter edge

Pass 17 Mar 2014 29,206 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 27,420 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 25,357 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 23,011 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)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 20,374 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 17,220 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2007 9,022 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2007 9,022 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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LY54 DFU is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 LY54 DFU, 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 LY54 DFU registered?

LY54 DFU is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 31 January 2005.

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