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PG05 VTM

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

74,647 mi
Last recorded74,647 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG05 VTM
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2018 74,647 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 70,956 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2017 70,948 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe to rear silencer and front joint (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened further action advised (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear steel fuel pipe corroded

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened further action advised (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and attachment arm (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

cannot see brake pads

loud pulley noise rattle from under bonnet further action advised

Pass 7 Sep 2016 68,865 miles

Nearside Rear Upper FUEL PIPE CORRODED

Fail 7 Sep 2016 68,864 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick BOTH N/S AND O/S (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Upper FUEL PIPE CORRODED

Pass 11 Sep 2015 63,487 miles

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear 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 7 Aug 2014 58,525 miles

both rear tyres have cracks on wall

Pass 6 Aug 2013 54,748 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2013 54,747 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Jul 2009 16,572 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 13,918 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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PG05 VTM is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 PG05 VTM, 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 PG05 VTM registered?

PG05 VTM is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 12 August 2005.

Is PG05 VTM safe to buy?

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