2005 Nissan Almera 1.5L Petrol · KL55 ATN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a clear worsening of structural integrity and mechanical components. While it passed the most recent test in July 2025 at 114,929 miles with only minor cosmetic advisories related to the windscreen and registration plate, the preceding 2024 failure revealed significant underlying issues. The 2024 test flagged multiple critical failures including corro brake pipes, steering rack play, and worn suspension bushes, indicating that the vehicle is entering a phase of accelerated component degradation. The mileage profile is notably low for a 21-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,473 miles per year. The record shows a clean history between 2015 and 2019, where no defects were recorded across a span of 39,619 to 71,469 miles. However, since 2020, the frequency and severity of advisories have increased as the mileage climbed into six figures. This suggests that the low usage may be contributing to age-related corrosion and the perish of rubber components rather than simple wear-and tear. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the sills and chassis mounting points. The record consistently notes corrosion in the inner sills and structural areas back to 2022, with specific mentions of structural corrosion near mountings in 2023 and 2024. The presence of corroded brake pipes noted in 2024 is a high-risk indicator that the rust is penetrating through the metalwork of the hydraulic braking system. Additionally, the steering rack inner joints and suspension arm bushes, which were flagged as worn or having play in the 2024 failure, should be verified to ensure they have been properly replaced rather than merely adjusted.