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BG05 CVS

2005 Nissan Almera

Black Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

104,209 mi
Last recorded104,209 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 CVS
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2021 104,209 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 91,442 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2020 91,442 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 11 May 2019 82,975 miles

various underside corrosion

Pass 12 May 2018 78,364 miles

various metal brake pipes corroded exhaust blow at join

Pass 19 May 2017 73,982 miles

both front tyres low tread slight weeping at rack joins various metal brake pipes corroded

Fail 16 May 2017 73,962 miles

Front Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal major fluid leak from both ends of steering rack (2.3.3b)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect no beam pattern/dimly lit (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit has low tread 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit has low tread and edges (4.1.E.1)

Fail 16 May 2017 73,962 miles

Front Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal major fluid leak from both ends of steering rack (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect no beam pattern/dimly lit (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit has low tread 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit has low tread and edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Apr 2016 68,134 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 63,984 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2015 63,984 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2014 58,874 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 52,906 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 47,814 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 42,484 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 38,146 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 32,237 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 24,956 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
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BG05 CVS is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Black with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BG05 CVS, 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 BG05 CVS registered?

BG05 CVS is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 24 June 2005.

Is BG05 CVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG05 CVS shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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