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AY05 XLP

2005 Nissan Almera

Silver Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

126,985 mi
Last recorded126,985 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2015
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY05 XLP
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2015 126,985 miles

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

Offside Rear Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

offside rear lamp case damaged but light output not reduced

Pass 8 Aug 2014 114,008 miles

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

Oil leak

Outer Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

front suspension system corroded

off side rear tyre has cracks on side wall

rear suspension system corroded

Pass 23 May 2013 99,403 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 90,239 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 75,183 miles

uneven wear rear tyres

Pass 21 May 2010 62,927 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 62,837 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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 30 Apr 2009 48,602 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Feb 2008 39,913 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 26 Feb 2008 39,913 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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
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AY05 XLP is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Silver with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 XLP, 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.

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What year was AY05 XLP registered?

AY05 XLP is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is AY05 XLP safe to buy?

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