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PX05 RVK

2005 Nissan Almera

Black Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

95,986 mi
Last recorded95,986 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX05 RVK
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 95,986 miles

Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack area (2.1.5 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive sump pan corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle & components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

offside headlamp poor

Pass 21 Feb 2025 94,982 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Joint under front subframe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle bush mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component From steering rack gaiter (2.1.5 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Sump has corroded and oil is seeping through (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 17% (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Feb 2025 94,982 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Joint under front subframe (6.1.2 (a))

Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Service (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle bush mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component From steering rack gaiter (2.1.5 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Sump has corroded and oil is seeping through (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2024 94,174 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 90,879 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Feb 2023 90,879 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 86,639 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2021 81,332 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 77,567 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 74,600 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 72,977 miles

Nearside Front Inner tyre tread wearing

Pass 28 Feb 2017 71,497 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2017 71,497 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel excess travel and no lock on osr (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 69,471 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 67,179 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 63,793 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 59,590 miles

rear seat belts not checked broken glass on seat and all four tyres are wearing on edges

Pass 2 Mar 2012 52,377 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2012 52,377 miles

Nearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 Mar 2011 42,444 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2011 42,428 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 6 Mar 2010 32,090 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 23,657 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2008 16,250 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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PX05 RVK is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Black with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 PX05 RVK, 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 PX05 RVK registered?

PX05 RVK is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 9 March 2005.

Is PX05 RVK safe to buy?

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