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AF05 GVG

2005 Nissan Almera

Silver Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

115,802 mi
Last recorded115,802 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2023
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 GVG
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2023 115,802 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 6 Feb 2023 115,781 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 14 Feb 2022 105,002 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

front headlight lenses slightly cloudy not affecting beam pattern

Pass 11 Feb 2021 93,164 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

front exhaust mount broken but exhaust secure

Fail 11 Feb 2021 93,164 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Steering locking device ineffective steering rod locking nut loose (2.1.3 (d))

front exhaust mount broken but exhaust secure

Pass 14 Feb 2020 85,345 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2019 78,759 miles

Front tyres close to limit

Nearside tyres perished

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Feb 2018 72,358 miles

Offside Front brake binding sligthly

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

sill covers fitted

Pass 11 Feb 2017 63,588 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 55,932 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 47,270 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 43,809 miles

Rear brake discs rusty through lack of use

Pass 25 Mar 2013 41,764 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 37,983 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 34,583 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 28,299 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 24,302 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2009 24,275 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

slight cuts in nearside front tyre

Pass 1 Apr 2008 19,511 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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AF05 GVG is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Silver with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 AF05 GVG, 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.

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What year was AF05 GVG registered?

AF05 GVG is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is AF05 GVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 GVG shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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