2004 Nissan Almera 1.8L Petrol · KC54 OKJ

The 2004 Nissan Almera currently presents a stable roadworthiness status having passed its most recent MOT on September 3, 2025 at 211,742 miles. While the vehicle suffered immediate failures in both the 2024 and 2025 tests, the subsequent passes suggest that the owner addressed and rectified the defects identified by the tester. The lack of recorded advisories on the latest test certificate indicates that the vehicle currently meets the minimum safety standards without outstanding mechanical warnings. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 9,600 miles per year. Between September 2023 at 181,121 miles and September 2024 at 197,260 miles, the car covered 16,139 miles, showing a higher-than-average usage rate during that period. The following year saw an accumulation of 14,482 miles. This regular use is generally positive for older vehicles as it prevents the seizure of seals and corrosion of components often associated with long periods of standing stationary. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity and suspension components, as high-mileage Almeras are historically prone to chassis corrosion and worn out control arm bushes. Given the recorded failures in the previous two years, it is vital to verify that the specific faults which caused those failures were properly repaired rather than merely masked. Inspect the brake system for binding calipers or excessive thinning of the discs, as the 211,000-mile mark puts significant stress on the entire drivetrain and braking assembly.