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SV55 OGK

2005 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

56,636 mi
Last recorded56,636 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV55 OGK
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 56,636 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

all suspension parts corroded

under side of vehicle corroded

Pass 17 Dec 2024 54,932 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

surface corrosion to various areas under vehicle

Pass 12 Dec 2023 53,168 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wall also starting perish/crack (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Surface corrosion areas and components under vehicle

Pass 21 Dec 2022 51,133 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

surface corrosion to various areas under vehicle

Fail 14 Dec 2022 51,133 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

surface corrosion to various areas under vehicle

Pass 16 Dec 2021 49,249 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

both front tyres inner outer edges worn

surface corrosion to various areas under vehicle

Pass 16 Dec 2020 47,554 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2019 43,834 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2019 43,834 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2018 39,305 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Dec 2018 39,305 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 36,972 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 35,948 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Sep 2015 31,011 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 26,446 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 22,615 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 17,956 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 13,093 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 9,315 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 4,894 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 1,822 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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SV55 OGK is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SV55 OGK, 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 SV55 OGK registered?

SV55 OGK is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 14 September 2005.

Is SV55 OGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV55 OGK shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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