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YL55 BCO

2006 Nissan Almera

Silver Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

97,199 mi
Last recorded97,199 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2016
Typical for 2006 Nissan Almera58,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL55 BCO
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2016 97,199 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2016 96,956 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Nov 2015 90,553 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 13 Nov 2014 78,999 miles

driver side wiper split

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Nov 2014 78,999 miles

driver side wiper split

Pass 25 Jan 2014 64,938 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Fail 25 Jan 2014 64,938 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2013 47,302 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 41,696 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 32,062 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2011 32,062 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Advise tracking

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

Pass 20 Jan 2010 27,888 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2009 22,465 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Jan 2009 22,465 miles

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

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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YL55 BCO is a 2006 Nissan Almera in Silver with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 YL55 BCO, 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 YL55 BCO registered?

YL55 BCO is a 2006 Nissan Almera, first registered on 10 January 2006.

Is YL55 BCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL55 BCO shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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