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BL05 OTR

2005 Nissan Almera

Grey Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2024
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

91,404 mi
Last recorded91,404 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL05 OTR
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2023 91,404 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle mount / inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Oct 2023 91,358 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle mount / inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2022 88,737 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Outer Sill slightly damaged

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inside wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2022 88,698 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fuel pipe leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive PAS (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inside wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear seats and boot full, unable to fully inspect areas

Pass 9 Oct 2021 85,741 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened And rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened And all suspension components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Undercarriage (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Oct 2021 85,736 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened And rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened And all suspension components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Undercarriage (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 83,898 miles

see advise list 02/0/20 test no: 6121 0859 4976

Fail 2 Sep 2020 83,832 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases at rear joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn to limit and on edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

fuel filler pipe rusting

Pass 27 Sep 2019 80,916 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front brake disc showing signs of overheated

Fail 25 Sep 2019 80,877 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended not working (7.1.2 (d))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault airbag light flashing (7.1.6 (a))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front brake disc showing signs of overheated

Pass 10 Sep 2018 75,706 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill at rear jacking bracket (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 6 Sep 2018 75,675 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded into flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill at rear jacking bracket (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 8 Mar 2018 73,982 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded shock absorber to axle (2.4.A.3)

Rear Panhard rod corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber to axle (2.4.A.3)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

rear axle beam corroded but not seriously weakened

Pass 6 Jun 2017 70,575 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 66,793 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 62,743 miles

corrosion to under side of vehicle

Pass 12 Jun 2014 58,501 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 53,629 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 48,295 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 43,292 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 39,653 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 35,183 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 29,347 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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BL05 OTR is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Grey with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 BL05 OTR, 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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BL05 OTR is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 1 July 2005.

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