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BD55 ZZL

2005 Nissan Almera

Silver Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

78,827 mi
Last recorded78,827 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD55 ZZL
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 78,827 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONTS (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 31 Oct 2025 78,827 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONTS (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Nov 2024 76,429 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2024 76,352 miles

Coil spring fractured or broken N/S AND O/S REARS (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 72,995 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin FRONT AND REAR (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 69,754 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 68,189 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 64,264 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2020 64,232 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2019 58,656 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2018 49,889 miles

All tyres cracked & perished.

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm, Worn edges. (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 to 3mm, Worn edges. (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Nov 2017 48,710 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 44,113 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 40,250 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 36,650 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2013 33,015 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 26,581 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 22,119 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2011 22,119 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Sep 2010 17,287 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2009 11,709 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 4,048 miles

nail in o/s/r tyre

o/s/f tyre scrubbed on outer wall

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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BD55 ZZL is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Silver with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BD55 ZZL, 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 BD55 ZZL registered?

BD55 ZZL is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 10 November 2005.

Is BD55 ZZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD55 ZZL shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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