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VK05 XXO

2005 Nissan Almera

White Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

94,536 mi
Last recorded94,536 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK05 XXO
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2016 94,536 miles

headlight lenses showing signs of deterioration

Fail 25 Jul 2016 94,536 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

headlight lenses showing signs of deterioration

Pass 27 Jul 2015 92,443 miles

plastic covers fitted to sills

headlight lenses showing signs of deterioration

Pass 29 Jul 2014 89,539 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 28 Jul 2014 89,539 miles

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

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

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

n/s/r brake slight binding

Pass 17 Jul 2013 86,690 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2013 86,690 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 83,788 miles

exhaust leak at frontpipe joint

Pass 2 May 2012 81,676 miles

minor exhaust gas leak at front joint

Pass 24 May 2011 64,092 miles

both rear tyres worn unevenly on inner edges and perishing 205/55/16

Pass 13 May 2010 47,907 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 47,907 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 May 2009 35,034 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 20,966 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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VK05 XXO is a 2005 Nissan Almera in White with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 XXO, 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 VK05 XXO registered?

VK05 XXO is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 26 May 2005.

Is VK05 XXO safe to buy?

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