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SL05 VBU

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2018
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,052 mi
Last recorded76,052 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL05 VBU
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 19 Apr 2017 76,052 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Both rear at rear. (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 73,764 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 May 2014 65,425 miles

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

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

o/s/r disc slightlt corroded

Pass 3 May 2013 57,048 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2012 35,849 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 27,402 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

corrosion build up on inner face of both front brake discs

slight transmission fluid leak at auto box cooler pipes

Pass 26 Apr 2010 25,966 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

nearside rear tyre wearing on outer edge

rear wiper blade torn

Pass 9 Apr 2009 22,191 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 20,057 miles

both front tyres worn edges

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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SL05 VBU is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SL05 VBU, 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 SL05 VBU registered?

SL05 VBU is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 2 May 2005.

Is SL05 VBU safe to buy?

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