CarVerify
CarVerify
Sign in Check a vehicle

Free Car Check

MK55 DLX

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1497cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

59,274 mi
Last recorded59,274 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Nissan
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £12.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK55 DLX
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc
View full Nissan Almera reliability data Browse other 2005 Nissan Almera registrations

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 59,274 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Engine covers and undertrays fitted

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective projector lens, pattern weak (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component RACK (2.1.5 (a))

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both front (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jul 2026 59,274 miles

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Engine covers and undertrays fitted

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective projector lens, pattern weak (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge AND PERISHING (5.2.3 (e))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component RACK (2.1.5 (a))

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both front (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2025 57,125 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

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

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both front corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 21 May 2025 57,125 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

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

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both front corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2024 54,394 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH FRONT (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH REAR (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component RACK (2.1.5 (a))

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

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing BOTH FRONT CORRODED (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive BOTH REAR INNER SILLS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 8 May 2024 54,394 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH FRONT (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH REAR (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON EDGES, REPLACE SOON (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge HEAVILY WORN ON EDGES, REPLACEMENT REQUIRED ASAP (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component RACK (2.1.5 (a))

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

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing BOTH FRONT CORRODED (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive BOTH REAR INNER SILLS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2023 52,426 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge worn and cut in sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack damp (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

offside headlamp slightly loose

Pass 20 May 2022 49,795 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack wet (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

offside headlamp slightly loose

Pass 13 May 2021 46,331 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside and offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack area (2.1.5 (a))

Front exhaust corroded

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside and offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 27 May 2020 44,551 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front top mount slightly noisy lock to lock

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 May 2019 37,970 miles
Fail 2 May 2019 37,970 miles

Rear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 14 May 2018 32,308 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 14 May 2018 32,308 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 May 2017 28,192 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2016 24,123 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 23,557 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 22,673 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 21,683 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 20,123 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 18,089 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 15,970 miles

Both front tyres wearing on outter edges.

Pass 5 Oct 2009 13,519 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 11,607 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 10,886 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
Full Nissan Almera reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Get full report — £4.99 Single check — £12.99
£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

MK55 DLX is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MK55 DLX, 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

How do I check the history of MK55 DLX?

You can check the full history of MK55 DLX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MK55 DLX registered?

MK55 DLX is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 12 September 2005.

Is MK55 DLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK55 DLX shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MK55 DLX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on MK55 DLX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.