CarVerify

Free Car Check

AY05 XLF

2005 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1769cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

69,833 mi
Last recorded69,833 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Nissan
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY05 XLF
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2016 69,833 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 69,833 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 64,065 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 59,106 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2014 59,106 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 54,594 miles

Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 2 Apr 2013 54,594 miles

Nearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 50,060 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 42,875 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 5 Apr 2011 42,875 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 37,984 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2009 31,703 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 25,908 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Almera?

Based on 2,976,239 MOT tests across 231,560 vehicles.

71.1%
Pass Rate
5,550
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
231,560
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 141,538
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 88,997
Brake pipe excessively corroded 84,584
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 77,923
position lamp(s) not working 67,756
Full Nissan Almera reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AY05 XLF is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2005 Nissan Almera models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 58,958 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Nissan Almera fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 141,538 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY05 XLF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Almera typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 21 years old, this Nissan Almera is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AY05 XLF?

You can check the full history of AY05 XLF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AY05 XLF registered?

AY05 XLF is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 28 May 2005.

Is AY05 XLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY05 XLF shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AY05 XLF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AY05 XLF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.