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OV55 VME

2005 Nissan Almera

Silver Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

67,421 mi
Last recorded67,421 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2015
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV55 VME
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2015 67,421 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2014 62,728 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 17 Jul 2013 56,747 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 57,856 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 38,696 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2011 38,696 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 30,795 miles

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front disc slightly pitted rear discs slightly pitted rear pads 80%

Pass 18 Jun 2009 29,002 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2009 29,002 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Oct 2008 24,734 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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OV55 VME is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Silver with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 OV55 VME, 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 OV55 VME registered?

OV55 VME is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 3 November 2005.

Is OV55 VME safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV55 VME shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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