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Nissan Almera

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,769 cc

LR05 OFSMOT history

LR05 OFS is a silver petrol Nissan Almera first used on 12 May 2005. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 103,556 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jan 2027
Mileage
103,556 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,832 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 OFS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Almera
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,769 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
12 May 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 OFS was last recorded at 103,556 miles on 26 Jan 2026, 3,122 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Jan 2021: 83,907 miles, lower than 84,090 miles on 20 Jan 2020.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
100,434 miles · 28 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,122 miles
Average per year
4,832 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,556 miles
  • 2025 – 100,434 miles
  • 2024 – 96,481 miles
  • 2023 – 92,181 miles
  • 2022 – 86,876 miles
  • 2021 – 83,909 miles
  • 2020 – 84,090 miles
  • 2019 – 81,124 miles
  • 2018 – 77,806 miles
  • 2017 – 73,750 miles
  • 2016 – 69,008 miles
  • 2015 – 64,608 miles
  • 2014 – 59,789 miles
  • 2013 – 53,187 miles
  • 2012 – 46,886 miles
  • 2010 – 33,419 miles
  • 2009 – 24,406 miles
  • 2008 – 17,495 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,556 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) nsf and osf
  • AdvisoryFront headlamps misted/cloudy but still can see a beam pattern
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205 55 16 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner/outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear fuel pipe corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner/outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

28 tests since 5 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,556 miles (+3,122)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    103,556 miles
    Test number
    775126522836
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) nsf and osf
    • AdvisoryFront headlamps misted/cloudy but still can see a beam pattern
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205 55 16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner/outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear fuel pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner/outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass100,434 miles (+105)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    100,434 miles
    Test number
    467984932293
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail100,329 miles (+3,848)1 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,329 miles
    Test number
    295386618431
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass96,481 miles (+4,300)3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    96,481 miles
    Test number
    668739774074
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on inner sills nearside & offside

  5. Pass92,181 miles (+5,305)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    92,181 miles
    Test number
    719665443647
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass86,876 miles (+69)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    86,876 miles
    Test number
    691981286543
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner edges both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail86,807 miles (+2,898)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,807 miles
    Test number
    451063322406
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner edges both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass83,909 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    83,909 miles
    Test number
    649283497071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail83,907 miles (-183)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,907 miles
    Test number
    474109783643
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass84,090 miles (+37)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    84,090 miles
    Test number
    364564611657
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail84,053 miles (+2,929)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,053 miles
    Test number
    821903267264
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass81,124 miles (+14)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    81,124 miles
    Test number
    268208487173
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  13. Fail81,110 miles (+3,304)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,110 miles
    Test number
    978559580457
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  14. Pass77,806 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    77,806 miles
    Test number
    692003450506
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside slight weepage on power steering

  15. Fail77,806 miles (+4,056)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,806 miles
    Test number
    716243895724
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside slight weepage on power steering

  16. Pass73,750 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    73,750 miles
    Test number
    702046293861
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail73,742 miles (+4,734)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,742 miles
    Test number
    289765687624
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass69,008 miles (+4,400)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    69,008 miles
    Test number
    625672808514
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass64,608 miles (+53)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    64,608 miles
    Test number
    985929615068
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Fail64,555 miles (+4,766)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,555 miles
    Test number
    677743615033
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass59,789 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    59,789 miles
    Test number
    418032724096
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Fail59,789 miles (+6,602)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,789 miles
    Test number
    448022524027
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass53,187 miles (+6,301)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    53,187 miles
    Test number
    747199203008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass46,886 miles (+13,467)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    46,886 miles
    Test number
    418311732075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass33,419 miles (+210)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    33,419 miles
    Test number
    254496140498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail33,209 miles (+8,803)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,209 miles
    Test number
    603897130137
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  27. Pass24,406 miles (+6,911)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    24,406 miles
    Test number
    931776989050
    • NoteFront brake imbalance near limit
    • NoteNearside and offside front brake discs worn
    • NoteNearside and offside front inner brake pads appear to be starting to get low
    • NoteP.a.s. pump damp with oil
    • NotePlay in nearside and offside front anti roll bar links

  28. Pass17,495 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    17,495 miles
    Test number
    423316098044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 OFS

Does LR05 OFS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR05 OFS is valid until 30 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR05 OFS?
The MOT on LR05 OFS is valid until 30 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR05 OFS done?
LR05 OFS was recorded at 103,556 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2026, an average of 4,832 miles a year.
Has LR05 OFS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 OFS has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LR05 OFS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Jan 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR05 OFS find?
LR05 OFS passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front play in steering rack inner joint(s) nsf and osf; front headlamps misted/cloudy but still can see a beam pattern, and 6 more.

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