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BJ05 AKF

2005 Nissan Almera

Silver Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

48,011 mi
Last recorded48,011 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ05 AKF
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 48,011 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Apr 2026 48,011 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2025 44,364 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2024 41,129 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2023 38,772 miles

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

Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 35,718 miles

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

Front Track rod end slightly misaligned Both sides (2.1.3 (e))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 32,644 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 23 Mar 2021 32,644 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 30,183 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 26,281 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 21,981 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 20,647 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2017 20,647 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front outer side wall damage

Pass 10 Mar 2016 20,591 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front tyre has a cut in the sidewall

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear tyre has cracks on the sidewall

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 20,548 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 20,501 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2014 20,501 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 19,950 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 18 Mar 2013 19,950 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 18,132 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 17,350 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 16,449 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 16,341 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 15,551 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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BJ05 AKF is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Silver with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 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 BJ05 AKF, 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

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What year was BJ05 AKF registered?

BJ05 AKF is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 26 March 2005.

Is BJ05 AKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ05 AKF shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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