2005 Nissan Almera 1.8L Petrol · DY05 AED

The 2005 Nissan Almera’s most recent MOT test on 2024-11-26 at 99,862 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects or advisories, confirming it remains roadworthy under current DVSA standards. The consistent pattern of annual testing—without failings or advisories—suggests the vehicle has avoided major mechanical or structural issues over the past three years. However, the duplicate entry for 2023-11-27 (a failed test at 89,253 miles followed immediately by a pass) is anomalous and may indicate an administrative error rather than a recurring fault. No evidence of worsening conditions is present, though the lack of advisories in recent tests means hidden concerns cannot be ruled out without further inspection. The recorded mileage of 99,862 miles over 21 years equates to approximately 4,755 miles annually, a figure significantly lower than the average for a vehicle of this age. This suggests either light usage or prolonged periods of inactivity, which could mitigate some wear but may also indicate deferred maintenance. The gap between the 2021 test at 78,005 miles and the 2022 test at 81,268 miles—a 3,213-mile increase over 11 months—is unusually slow compared to the subsequent 8,000 miles covered in just over a year. Such variability in mileage accumulation makes it difficult to predict wear rates, but the absence of failings in recent tests implies no catastrophic failure risks. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise an in-person inspection of suspension components, particularly rear suspension bushes and coil springs, which are common failure points in this model. The lack of advisories does not preclude wear—binding calipers, uneven brake disc thickness, or corrosion in wheel arches and subframes should be checked. Tyres, though not flagged in tests, may show uneven wear if alignment or suspension issues have developed over time. Structural integrity, especially around the sills and rear axle, warrants scrutiny, as rust can compromise the chassis without immediate MOT consequences. The duplicate 2023 entry also warrants clarification, as it may hint at overlooked maintenance or a history of rushed repairs.