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VT55 UJX

2005 Nissan Serena

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

215,787 mi
Last recorded215,787 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Nissan Serena106,961 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVT55 UJX
MakeNissan
ModelSerena
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 215,787 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 29 Oct 2025 215,787 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 31 Oct 2024 200,687 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2023 180,248 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both nearside and offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt centre row ()

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2022 156,810 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Outer Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn axle trailing arm bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN VERY CLOSE TO LIMIT 2mm and devoid of tread on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn ale trailing arm bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 6 Nov 2021 141,144 miles

Cut in nearside rear tyre. Not deep enough to reach the cords.

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

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all 4 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 29 Sep 2020 127,570 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2019 115,123 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2019 115,123 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2018 102,155 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 102,115 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Serena?

Based on 146,285 MOT tests across 20,632 vehicles.

64.2%
Pass Rate
6,048
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
20,632
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 19,194
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 18,608
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,711
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 6,531
position lamp(s) not working 6,076
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VT55 UJX is a 2005 Nissan Serena in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2005 Nissan Serena models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 106,961 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan Serena fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 19,194 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VT55 UJX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Serena typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 21 years old, this Nissan Serena is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VT55 UJX registered?

VT55 UJX is a 2005 Nissan Serena, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is VT55 UJX safe to buy?

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