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SP55 VVX

2005 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2014
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

63,887 mi
Last recorded63,887 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2013
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP55 VVX
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2013 63,887 miles

rear exhaust silencer corroded

Fail 9 Oct 2013 63,887 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nail in offside front tyre

rear exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 9 Oct 2012 55,476 miles

offside headlamp bracket broken

Fail 9 Oct 2012 55,476 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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

offside headlamp bracket broken

Pass 4 Oct 2011 48,556 miles

Front bumper insecure

Nail in offside rear tyre

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside outer sill damaged

Fail 3 Oct 2011 48,556 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front bumper insecure

Nail in offside rear tyre

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside outer sill damaged

Pass 5 Oct 2010 40,869 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2010 40,869 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

offside front brake disc scored

Pass 5 Oct 2009 33,251 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2009 33,251 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 29,129 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2008 29,129 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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SP55 VVX is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SP55 VVX, 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 SP55 VVX registered?

SP55 VVX is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 9 October 2005.

Is SP55 VVX safe to buy?

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