2004 Nissan Almera 1.5L Petrol · FN54 CDU

The Nissan Almera presents a stable maintenance trend, culminating in a completely clean pass at its most recent MOT on 10 January 2023 at 57,596 miles. The tester recorded no defects or advisories, indicating the vehicle met all required safety and emissions standards at that time. Given the absence of any flagged issues across the available history, the mechanical condition appears sound, though the lack of recent testing leaves the current state unverified. The mileage accumulation is exceptionally low for a vehicle approaching 22 years of age. Between the January 2022 test at 51,614 miles and the January 2023 test at 57,596 miles, the car covered just 5,982 miles. This equates to roughly 2,618 miles per year over its lifetime, pointing to light, local use or extended periods of inactivity. However, the recorded mileage has remained static at 57,596 miles since the 2023 test, and with no MOT recorded since January 2023, the car has now sat outside the legal testing requirement for over three and a half years. Despite the clean MOT history, prolonged standing and low mileage present specific risks that a buyer must inspect in person. A vehicle sitting idle for extended periods often suffers from deteriorated rubber components; check the suspension bushes, tyre sidewalls, and drive shaft boots for perishing and cracking. Brake discs are highly prone to surface corrosion from standing, which can lead to binding calipers and uneven braking. Inspect the exhaust system for corrosion, particularly at joints and box sections, as short trips accelerate internal condensation and rust. Verify the structural integrity of the underbody and sills, as older vehicles with interrupted use can trap moisture, leading to hidden corrosion that a standard MOT might not have previously captured.