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VU05 YMR

2005 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

84,347 mi
Last recorded84,347 miles
Recorded on27 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU05 YMR
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2019 84,347 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2018 80,680 miles

Gearbox mounting defective ()

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 24 May 2018 80,680 miles

Gearbox mounting defective ()

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2017 77,503 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 May 2016 73,874 miles
Fail 5 May 2015 72,103 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 May 2015 72,103 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 68,045 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 68,045 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 May 2013 65,984 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

n/s rear outter edge tyre tread slightly worn

Pass 21 May 2012 59,407 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 51,865 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2010 44,926 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 37,125 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 15 May 2009 37,125 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 28,618 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 YMR is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YMR, 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 YMR registered?

VU05 YMR is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 14 May 2005.

Is VU05 YMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU05 YMR shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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