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VK05 KYA

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

98,368 mi
Last recorded98,368 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2016 98,368 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge ON LIMIT (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2015 91,215 miles

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 (3.5.1g)

Fail 25 Aug 2015 91,215 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2014 84,357 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

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

battery suspect

rear wiper blade worn

Fail 14 Aug 2014 84,357 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

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

battery suspect

rear wiper blade worn

Fail 5 Aug 2013 78,218 miles

Centre & o/s/r seats missing,unable to fully test seat belts.

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2013 78,218 miles

Centre & o/s/r seats missing,unable to fully test seat belts.

Pass 6 Aug 2012 70,265 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2012 70,204 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2011 62,444 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Aug 2010 55,757 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 45,285 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 34,381 miles

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

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

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 KYA is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 VK05 KYA, 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 KYA registered?

VK05 KYA is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 18 April 2005.

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