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BL05 SVG

2005 Nissan Almera

Silver Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

90,571 mi
Last recorded90,571 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2020
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL05 SVG
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2020 90,571 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 87,778 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2019 87,778 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 85,264 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WORN ON INSIDE EDGE

ENGINE OIL LEAK AT FILTER

Fail 11 Apr 2018 85,262 miles

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

BOTH FRONT TYRES WORN ON INSIDE EDGE

ENGINE OIL LEAK AT FILTER

Pass 6 Jun 2017 81,025 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 80,867 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 72,643 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 64,743 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 57,923 miles

some corrosion on rear exhaust section

Pass 25 May 2013 51,575 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 46,711 miles
Fail 28 May 2011 40,524 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Pass 28 May 2011 40,524 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 34,001 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2010 34,001 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 23,843 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 May 2008 14,726 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 SVG is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Silver with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 SVG, 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 BL05 SVG registered?

BL05 SVG is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 6 July 2005.

Is BL05 SVG safe to buy?

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