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PL05 VKS

2005 Nissan Almera

Grey Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

74,857 mi
Last recorded74,857 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2022
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL05 VKS
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2022 74,857 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both fronts on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Nov 2022 74,852 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both fronts on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 66,241 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear inner and outers sillsand front sub frame (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 59,134 miles

Nearside Front bumper damaged

headlamps slight fadded

slight corrosion to lower arms and rear axel stabilizer arm

Pass 11 Nov 2019 55,411 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Slight corrosion to lower arms and rear axel

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both fronts on inner edges and worn uneven (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 51,699 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Slight rust on O/S/R inner sill

Pass 17 Oct 2017 50,245 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 46,354 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 44,360 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 39,871 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Aug 2013 33,767 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2013 33,767 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 28,262 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2011 24,094 miles

N/S/F tyre wearing on inner edge.

N/S/R tyre worn on outter edge.

Pass 12 Aug 2010 20,302 miles

N/S/R tyre wearing on outter edge.

Pass 13 Aug 2009 16,355 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 16,355 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Aug 2008 11,157 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 10,497 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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PL05 VKS is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Grey with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 VKS, 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 PL05 VKS registered?

PL05 VKS is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 30 July 2005.

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