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VK05 XXY

2005 Nissan Almera

Grey Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

56,301 mi
Last recorded56,301 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2012
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK05 XXY
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2012 56,301 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2012 56,301 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2011 48,393 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 48,393 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 31 Jul 2010 37,853 miles

child seat n/s rear

Fail 31 Jul 2010 37,853 miles

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

child seat n/s rear

Pass 3 Aug 2009 29,729 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 19,071 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 XXY is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Grey with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 XXY, 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 XXY registered?

VK05 XXY is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 31 May 2005.

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