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BN05 AVU

2005 Nissan Almera

Silver Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2017
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

79,422 mi
Last recorded79,422 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 AVU
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2016 79,422 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak ()

Fail 2 Sep 2016 91,406 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 9 Sep 2015 85,148 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 22 Sep 2014 80,000 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 80,000 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 76,822 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Fail 12 Dec 2013 76,711 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 2 Jan 2013 69,783 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Fail 15 Dec 2012 69,500 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

drivers rear tyre outer sidewall has damage

passenger front lower ball joint nut has a split pin missing but the nut appears to be a nylock one

Pass 6 Dec 2011 60,520 miles

Both rear brake discs pitted

Both rear brake discs worn

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside rear tyre has age cracks in its sidewalls

Parking brake lever travel long

Pass 8 Dec 2010 50,896 miles

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

Fail 8 Dec 2010 50,895 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Fail 15 Jul 2009 42,221 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Jul 2009 42,221 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2008 33,634 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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BN05 AVU is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Silver with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 BN05 AVU, 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 BN05 AVU registered?

BN05 AVU is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 5 March 2005.

Is BN05 AVU safe to buy?

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