Nissan Almera reliability, MPG and running costs
Figures updated
The Nissan Almera is a car. In 2024 MOT tests it scored 94 for reliability (100 is average), ranking 300 of 442, and 44.8% failed first time against a UK average of 28.5%. Its most common MOT failure is stop lamp (5.1% of tests).
Ranked 300 of 442 cars in the 2024 MOT Reliability League
In 2024, 10,267 Nissan Almeras aged 3 to 20 had an MOT and 44.8% failed first time (UK average 28.5%). Taking age and mileage into account, the Nissan Almera is 6% more likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage.
First-time fail rate
44.8%
UK 28.5%
Fail rate at 3 years
–
UK 12.7%
Average miles a year
4,600
Typical age at test: 19 years
Nissan Almera MOT failure rate by age
Most common Nissan Almera MOT faults
- Stop lamp: not working5.1% of tests
- Headlamp aim: projected beam image is obviously incorrect4.8% of tests
- Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively4.6% of tests
- Service brake performance: excessively binding4.6% of tests
- Position lamp: not working4.3% of tests
- SRS malfunction indicator lamp: warning lamp indicates a fault4.3% of tests
What the Nissan Almera fails on
| Area | Tests failing | vs similar cars |
|---|---|---|
| Lights and electrics | 24.0% | ▲ 1.2× as often |
| Brakes | 15.7% | ▲ 1.3× as often |
| Suspension | 11.0% | ▼ 30% less often |
| Visibility | 7.6% | About average |
| Body and structure | 7.4% | ▼ 11% less often |
| Exhaust and emissions | 7.0% | About average |
| Tyres | 6.8% | About average |
| Seat belts and airbags | 5.3% | ▲ 2.1× as often |
| Steering | 4.9% | ▲ 1.3× as often |
| Wheels | 0.4% | About average |
What MPG does the Nissan Almera do?
Official economy for the Nissan Almera ranges from 34.4 to 47.9mpg across the 12 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2004–2006). A typical petrol version manages 37.7mpg and a typical diesel 47.9mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
Work out a journey's fuel costHow much is road tax on a Nissan Almera?
Any Nissan Almera first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Nissan Almera registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £275 to £410 a year.
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Official figures for 12 versions sold in the UK between 2004 and 2006.
Fuel types
Diesel, Petrol
Official economy
34.4–47.9 mpg
CO2
160–199 g/km
| Version | Fuel | Economy | CO2 | Car tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Almera 2.2 (112 PS)M5 · listed 2006 | Diesel | 47.9 mpg | 161g | £275 |
| Almera 2.2 dCi (136 PS)M6 · listed 2006 | Diesel | 47.9 mpg | 161g | £275 |
| Almera 1.5 16VM5 · listed 2006 | Petrol | 42.2 mpg | 160g | £275 |
| Almera 1.8 16VM5 · listed 2006 | Petrol | 37.7 mpg | 180g | £360 |
| Almera 1.5 3/5 doorM5 · listed 2006 | Petrol | 42.2 mpg | 160g | £275 |
| Almera 1.8 3/5 doorM5 · listed 2006 | Petrol | 37.7 mpg | 180g | £360 |
| Almera 1.8 4 doorM5 · listed 2006 | Petrol | 37.2 mpg | 183g | £360 |
| Almera 1.8 3/4/5 doorA4 · listed 2006 | Petrol | 36.2 mpg | 187g | £410 |
| Almera Tino 2.2 dCi (112 PS)MT · listed 2004 | Diesel | 45.6 mpg | 170g | £325 |
| Almera Tino 2.2 dCi (136 PS)MT · listed 2004 | Diesel | 42.8 mpg | 181g | £360 |
| Almera Tino 1.8MT · listed 2004 | Petrol | 36.7 mpg | 183g | £360 |
| Almera Tino 1.8AT · listed 2004 | Petrol | 34.4 mpg | 199g | £410 |
Economy and CO2 are official NEDC (before 2018) or WLTP figures. Car tax is the yearly rate at current rates for a car first registered in the year listed, before any expensive car supplement.
What a Nissan Almera costs to fuel
- petrol, typical official 37.7mpg…
- diesel, typical official 47.9mpg…
Official figures are usually 10–15% better than real-world driving.
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Frequently asked questions
›Is the Nissan Almera reliable?
Its MOT record is worse than average: the Nissan Almera is 6% more likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage, with a reliability score of 94 in our 2024 league (100 is average).
›What are common problems with the Nissan Almera?
The most common MOT fault is “Stop lamp: not working”, found in 5.1% of tests. It fails on seat belts and airbags and steering more often than similar cars.
›What MPG does the Nissan Almera do?
Official economy for the Nissan Almera ranges from 34.4 to 47.9mpg across the 12 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2004–2006). A typical petrol version manages 37.7mpg and a typical diesel 47.9mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
›How much is road tax on a Nissan Almera?
Any Nissan Almera first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Nissan Almera registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £275 to £410 a year.
›How many Nissan Almeras fail their MOT?
44.8% of Nissan Almeras aged 3 to 20 failed their MOT first time in 2024.
Sources: DVSA anonymised MOT tests 2024, all versions of the Nissan Almera combined (Open Government Licence v3.0); official economy and CO2 from Vehicle Certification Agency data, © Crown copyright. VCA cannot accept liability for its accuracy. How we calculate the league.