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VK05 EYB

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

102,832 mi
Last recorded102,832 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK05 EYB
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 102,832 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2025 99,233 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2024 96,362 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 93,701 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt O/s and n/s (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Feb 2023 93,681 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam O/s and n/s (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Position lamp not working N/s and o/s (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Power steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))

Power steering pump leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt O/s and n/s (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective N/s and o/s (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 93,405 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 86,252 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2021 86,252 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2020 84,617 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 28 Feb 2020 84,617 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 81,710 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 79,368 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2018 79,368 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 75,064 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 71,743 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2016 71,743 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 66,860 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 59,706 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 49,764 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 43,195 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 35,894 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2011 35,894 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 10 Feb 2010 29,417 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2010 29,417 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2009 21,093 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 14,457 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2008 14,414 miles

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

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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VK05 EYB is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

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 VK05 EYB, 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 VK05 EYB registered?

VK05 EYB is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 14 April 2005.

Is VK05 EYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK05 EYB shows 27 tests with a 70.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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