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Nissan Almera

Red · Petrol · 2005 · 1,769 cc

LM05 NTCMOT history

LM05 NTC is a red petrol Nissan Almera first used on 5 Jul 2005. Its MOT expired on 17 Apr 2026 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 144,521 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Apr 2026
Mileage
144,521 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2025
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,283 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM05 NTC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Almera
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,769 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
5 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM05 NTC was last recorded at 144,521 miles on 16 Apr 2025, 10,306 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,215 miles · 18 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
10,306 miles
Average per year
7,283 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 144,521 miles
  • 2024 – 134,215 miles
  • 2023 – 127,301 miles
  • 2022 – 120,045 miles
  • 2021 – 119,925 miles
  • 2020 – 115,887 miles
  • 2019 – 104,939 miles
  • 2018 – 101,385 miles
  • 2017 – 85,122 miles
  • 2016 – 77,449 miles
  • 2015 – 69,539 miles
  • 2014 – 62,678 miles
  • 2013 – 54,595 miles
  • 2012 – 49,361 miles
  • 2011 – 42,975 miles
  • 2010 – 36,756 miles
  • 2009 – 30,049 miles
  • 2008 – 21,473 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,521 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 24 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,521 miles (+10,306)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    144,521 miles
    Test number
    367055710400
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass134,215 miles (+6,914)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    134,215 miles
    Test number
    118897775337
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass127,301 miles (+45)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    127,301 miles
    Test number
    828683977127
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail127,256 miles (+7,211)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,256 miles
    Test number
    442722824520
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass120,045 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    120,045 miles
    Test number
    776728681440
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  6. Fail120,044 miles (+119)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,044 miles
    Test number
    816263635518
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  7. Fail119,925 miles (+4,038)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,925 miles
    Test number
    738053419503
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass115,887 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    115,887 miles
    Test number
    866413924425
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail115,887 miles (+10,948)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,887 miles
    Test number
    307282519504
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass104,939 miles (+3,554)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    104,939 miles
    Test number
    512254924013
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Slight body damage

  11. Pass101,385 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    101,385 miles
    Test number
    129049715635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail101,385 miles (+16,263)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,385 miles
    Test number
    777650664785
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass85,122 miles (+123)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    85,122 miles
    Test number
    214726605922
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail84,999 miles (+7,550)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,999 miles
    Test number
    584158569397
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working both (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass77,449 miles (+7,910)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    77,449 miles
    Test number
    286989773861

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass69,539 miles (+6,861)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2016
    Odometer
    69,539 miles
    Test number
    277126625402
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass62,678 miles (+8,083)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2015
    Odometer
    62,678 miles
    Test number
    818093034152
    • NoteFront wipers worn

  18. Pass54,595 miles (+5,234)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2014
    Odometer
    54,595 miles
    Test number
    605368823151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass49,361 miles (+6,386)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    49,361 miles
    Test number
    216693442476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass42,975 miles (+6,219)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    42,975 miles
    Test number
    119087131120
    • NoteUnable to check front brake pads due to type of wheels fitted

  21. Pass36,756 miles (+6,707)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    36,756 miles
    Test number
    403393530161
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteDampness around steering rack

  22. Pass30,049 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2010
    Odometer
    30,049 miles
    Test number
    470136749137
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteLight mist of fluid around nearside steering rack gaitor

  23. Fail30,049 miles (+8,576)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,049 miles
    Test number
    634286449118
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteLight mist of fluid around nearside steering rack gaitor

  24. Pass21,473 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2009
    Odometer
    21,473 miles
    Test number
    722925748152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM05 NTC

Does LM05 NTC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM05 NTC expired on 17 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM05 NTC?
The MOT on LM05 NTC expired on 17 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM05 NTC done?
LM05 NTC was recorded at 144,521 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2025, an average of 7,283 miles a year.
Has LM05 NTC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM05 NTC has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LM05 NTC ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LM05 NTC find?
LM05 NTC passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2025 with 3 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective, and 3 more.

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