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MW54 VGK

2005 Nissan Almera

Silver Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

169,291 mi
Last recorded169,291 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2015
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW54 VGK
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2015 169,291 miles

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

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

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 28 Feb 2014 130,105 miles

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

front to rear exhaust system corroded

Fail 23 Feb 2013 112,294 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Upper Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

dent in rear hatch lid.

near side front dipped headlamp slightly dim.

near side rear outer door trim moulding missing.

parking brake travel slightly high.

sat nav bracket mounted in windscreen.

Pass 23 Feb 2013 112,294 miles

dent in rear hatch lid.

near side front dipped headlamp slightly dim.

near side rear outer door trim moulding missing.

parking brake travel slightly high.

sat nav bracket mounted in windscreen.

Fail 10 Feb 2012 95,281 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Feb 2012 95,281 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2011 92,675 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 86,482 miles

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)

Fail 11 Feb 2010 86,482 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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 16 Feb 2009 67,732 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2009 67,732 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Feb 2008 50,092 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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MW54 VGK is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Silver with a 1,497cc 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 MW54 VGK, 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 MW54 VGK registered?

MW54 VGK is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 5 January 2005.

Is MW54 VGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW54 VGK 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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