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NC55 FKR

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

92,138 mi
Last recorded92,138 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC55 FKR
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 92,138 miles

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

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

both front suspension arm ball joint dust covers becoming deteriorated

both front tyres starting to wear on inner edges

both rear tyres perishing

n/s track rod end ball joint dust cover becoming deteriorated

slight oil leaks

various suspension components becoming corroded

vehicle becoming corroded

very slight play in n/s track rod end ball joint

Pass 27 Sep 2024 87,532 miles

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

n/s wiper blade split

slight leak from steering rack

slight play felt at n/s/f wheel

various suspension componants becoming corroded

vehicle becoming corroded

Fail 26 Sep 2024 87,532 miles

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

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

center exhaust heat shield becoming insecure

exhaust rear silencer badly corroded

n/s wiper blade split

slight leak from steering rack

slight play felt at n/s/f wheel

various suspension componants becoming corroded

vehicle becoming corroded

Pass 3 Oct 2023 85,929 miles

Nearside Front Outer slight damage to tyre side wall

Rear seats not in use

Rear slight perishing to both tyres

engine sump corroded

exhaust becoming corroded

slight dampness around steering rack

slight oil leaks

vehicle and various suspension components corroded

Pass 26 Sep 2022 82,339 miles

Rear slight perishing to both tyres

various suspension components corroded

Fail 26 Sep 2022 82,339 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front tyre worn close o legal limit on inner edge

Offside Front tyre worn to limit on inner edge

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

Rear slight perishing to both tyres

various suspension components corroded

Pass 20 Sep 2021 77,110 miles

Front both tyres becoming worn on inner edges

minor oil leaks

Pass 8 Sep 2020 74,242 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2020 74,242 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 72,048 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 69,026 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 66,541 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 13 Sep 2017 66,541 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 65,497 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 57,717 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 51,419 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 49,349 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 45,660 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 44,134 miles

Battery insecure

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

Pass 1 Oct 2010 38,985 miles

rear wiper split

Pass 26 Nov 2009 32,100 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 29,729 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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NC55 FKR is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 NC55 FKR, 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.

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What year was NC55 FKR registered?

NC55 FKR is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 16 December 2005.

Is NC55 FKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for NC55 FKR shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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