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VA05 STX

2005 Nissan Almera

Grey Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2021
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

81,001 mi
Last recorded81,001 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2020
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA05 STX
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2020 81,001 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2020 81,001 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))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 80,365 miles

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

unable to inspect all brakes visually due to wheel caps fitted

Fail 6 Sep 2019 80,365 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

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

unable to inspect all brakes visually due to wheel caps fitted

Pass 5 Sep 2018 79,683 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Sep 2018 79,683 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2017 73,842 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Sep 2016 68,989 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (3.5.1g)

exhaust duct corroded

Fail 10 Sep 2016 68,989 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (3.5.1g)

exhaust duct corroded

Pass 7 Jul 2015 62,449 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2015 62,449 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 53,377 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 49,484 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2013 49,484 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 45,944 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2012 45,944 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Aug 2010 29,500 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 24,291 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 19,654 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 STX is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Grey with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 VA05 STX, 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 STX registered?

VA05 STX is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 19 August 2005.

Is VA05 STX safe to buy?

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