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VU06 GXZ

2006 Nissan Almera

Black Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

115,598 mi
Last recorded115,598 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2021
Typical for 2006 Nissan Almera58,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU06 GXZ
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2021 115,598 miles

Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached Both sides. (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 2 Jan 2020 109,916 miles

Rear rear intermediate and rear sections joint/flange heavily corroded and weak and slight blow

Pass 4 Apr 2019 106,937 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 101,511 miles

Front wiper blades old

Nearside Front tyre cut outer wall 185/65/15

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 100,477 miles

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

steering stiff

Pass 21 Apr 2016 96,515 miles

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

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

long parking brake travel

nearside front seat belt twisted

Fail 21 Apr 2016 96,515 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

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

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

long parking brake travel

nearside front seat belt twisted

Pass 11 Mar 2014 91,556 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 14 Mar 2013 84,643 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 76,059 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 68,051 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 58,128 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 48,381 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2009 48,381 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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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VU06 GXZ is a 2006 Nissan Almera in Black with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2006 Nissan Almera models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 58,736 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 VU06 GXZ, 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 20 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 VU06 GXZ registered?

VU06 GXZ is a 2006 Nissan Almera, first registered on 6 March 2006.

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