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AY55 YEU

2005 Nissan Almera

Black Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

95,431 mi
Last recorded95,431 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY55 YEU
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 29 Jan 2019 95,431 miles

Front Service brake excessively binding both (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Oil leaking excessively from engine sump hold and rusted (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick on metal (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre obviously under inflated both (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge worn thin (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing edge worn thin (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 92,909 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

nearside rear tyre wearing on edges

Fail 25 Oct 2017 92,909 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

nearside rear tyre wearing on edges

Pass 13 Oct 2016 85,434 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Oct 2015 78,267 miles

nearside rear brake pads wearing thin

Pass 3 Nov 2014 69,431 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 35,932 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 51,003 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2011 24,772 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Oct 2011 24,772 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 34,473 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 26,568 miles

front brakes worn

Pass 7 Nov 2008 19,621 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2008 19,621 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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AY55 YEU is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Black with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AY55 YEU, 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 AY55 YEU registered?

AY55 YEU is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is AY55 YEU safe to buy?

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