CarVerify

Free Car Check

VK05 XXF

2005 Nissan Almera

Red Diesel 2184cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

89,053 mi
Last recorded89,053 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Nissan
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £12.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK05 XXF
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2017 89,053 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2016 90,991 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 57,611 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 78,064 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 69,929 miles

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

both rear tyres peirshed 205/55/16

osr tyre badly peirshed in side wall

Fail 22 Apr 2013 69,903 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

both rear tyres peirshed 205/55/16

osr tyre badly peirshed in side wall

Pass 1 May 2012 60,826 miles

o/s/r tyre perished 205/55/16

rear brake pads appear well worn

Pass 26 Apr 2011 47,155 miles

emissions high and smokey

o/s/r tyre starting to perish 205/55/16

Pass 27 Apr 2010 36,524 miles

front brake pads appear well worn

n/s wiper blade poor

Pass 7 May 2009 28,401 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 19,390 miles

Both front tyres worn near 2mm

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
Full Nissan Almera reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

VK05 XXF is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Red with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 VK05 XXF, 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

How do I check the history of VK05 XXF?

You can check the full history of VK05 XXF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was VK05 XXF registered?

VK05 XXF is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 19 May 2005.

Is VK05 XXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK05 XXF shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VK05 XXF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on VK05 XXF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.