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VU05 YKE

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

56,975 mi
Last recorded56,975 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU05 YKE
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 56,975 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 51,590 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 47,542 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 42,900 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 34,901 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 29,297 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 23,754 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2019 23,754 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2018 22,726 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 21,586 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 20,707 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 19,642 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 18,620 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 17,360 miles

new rear wiper blade required

Pass 31 Jul 2012 15,960 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2011 14,652 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 12,696 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 10,558 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 8,717 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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VU05 YKE is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 VU05 YKE, 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 VU05 YKE registered?

VU05 YKE is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 5 August 2005.

Is VU05 YKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU05 YKE shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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