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BT05 OWG

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

92,990 mi
Last recorded92,990 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT05 OWG
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 92,990 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2025 90,935 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 89,017 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 87,280 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 85,293 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 83,368 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 82,248 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 80,049 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 77,344 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 74,696 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 71,349 miles

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

o/s/f/ tyre worn on inner edge

steering rack leaking

Pass 11 Jun 2015 68,076 miles

rack damp

Pass 27 May 2014 64,544 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 64,544 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 53,509 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 52,921 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 23 May 2012 42,468 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 May 2011 36,850 miles

advise new o/s wiper blade

o/s/f tyre worn out on edge advise a new one and a tracking check

Fail 24 May 2011 36,850 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

advise new o/s wiper blade

o/s/f tyre worn out on edge advise a new one and a tracking check

Pass 27 May 2010 31,809 miles

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

advise a full brake check

advise new wiper blades

Pass 20 May 2009 26,435 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 26,431 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 May 2008 21,611 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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BT05 OWG is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 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 BT05 OWG, 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 BT05 OWG registered?

BT05 OWG is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is BT05 OWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT05 OWG shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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