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VA05 HME

2005 Nissan Almera

Silver Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

79,941 mi
Last recorded79,941 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA05 HME
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2025 79,941 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Apr 2025 79,941 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2024 71,759 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Apr 2024 71,759 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2023 62,194 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 59,898 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 57,680 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack body damp with fluid (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 56,506 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 54,659 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 51,876 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 47,663 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 42,065 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 38,031 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2015 38,031 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

power steering header tank over filled

Pass 12 Jul 2014 35,221 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 32,735 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 11 Jul 2012 29,689 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 24,947 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 21,015 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 67,053 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 12,186 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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VA05 HME is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Silver with a 1,497cc 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 VA05 HME, 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 VA05 HME registered?

VA05 HME is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 1 August 2005.

Is VA05 HME safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA05 HME 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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