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PL05 VKR

2005 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

75,948 mi
Last recorded75,948 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL05 VKR
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2018 75,948 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 62,386 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

both rear tyres perished

Fail 10 Dec 2015 62,386 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

both rear tyres perished

Pass 20 Jan 2015 55,737 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2014 45,197 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 42,282 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2012 39,381 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 35,110 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 29,669 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 22,122 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2008 21,312 miles

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

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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PL05 VKR is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 PL05 VKR, 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 PL05 VKR registered?

PL05 VKR is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 9 July 2005.

Is PL05 VKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL05 VKR shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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