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VA54 BJV

2005 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

127,046 mi
Last recorded127,046 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2022
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA54 BJV
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2022 127,046 miles

n/s outer sill corroded

Pass 12 Jan 2021 117,572 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 113,794 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 108,080 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 102,495 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 96,281 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 90,785 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 84,729 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 78,338 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 21 Jan 2014 78,337 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Jan 2013 71,499 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 64,588 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 56,460 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 48,768 miles

o/s wiper blade in poor condition

rear brake pads appear well worn

Pass 20 Jan 2009 38,615 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 27,498 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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VA54 BJV is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 VA54 BJV, 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 VA54 BJV registered?

VA54 BJV is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 31 January 2005.

Is VA54 BJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA54 BJV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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