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RA05 JKV

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

52,822 mi
Last recorded52,822 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA05 JKV
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 52,822 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 51,777 miles

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

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2024 50,613 miles

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

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

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

Fail 9 Apr 2024 50,612 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2023 49,642 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 48,602 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2021 47,724 miles
Pass 4 May 2020 47,357 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 46,469 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 45,346 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 5 Apr 2017 44,478 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Perished (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Perished (2.4.G.2)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.3.3b)

Fail 5 Apr 2017 44,477 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Perished (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Perished (2.4.G.2)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.3.3b)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 43,504 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2015 42,474 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 42,474 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 41,262 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 30 Apr 2014 41,262 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 21 May 2013 38,401 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 21 May 2013 38,401 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 9 May 2012 33,988 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 30,828 miles

Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 May 2011 30,828 miles

Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 19 May 2010 27,154 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 23,207 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 17,388 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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RA05 JKV is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 RA05 JKV, 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 RA05 JKV registered?

RA05 JKV is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 27 May 2005.

Is RA05 JKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA05 JKV shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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