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AE05 XFV

2005 Nissan 350 Z

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

113,172 mi
Last recorded113,172 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Nissan 350 Z59,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 XFV
MakeNissan
Model350 Z
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 113,172 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2024 104,227 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2023 90,833 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2023 90,833 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 81,943 miles

Nearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Side light flickering slightly (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 75,105 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 69,098 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Nov 2020 69,098 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 May 2019 53,349 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 51,213 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2018 51,140 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 May 2017 48,935 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 46,191 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2015 39,542 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 36,599 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 33,442 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 29,680 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

offside wiper blade torn/split on end

Pass 26 May 2011 26,485 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 24,524 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 21,688 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 May 2008 19,097 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Nissan 350 Z?

Based on 157,558 MOT tests across 9,580 vehicles.

79.0%
Pass Rate
3,865
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
9,580
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,075
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,895
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,682
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 1,666
position lamp(s) not working 1,642
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AE05 XFV is a 2005 Nissan 350 Z in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Nissan 350 Z models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 59,563 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan 350 Z fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,075 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE05 XFV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan 350 Z typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Nissan 350 Z is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE05 XFV registered?

AE05 XFV is a 2005 Nissan 350 Z, first registered on 14 June 2005.

Is AE05 XFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE05 XFV shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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