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BT05 PTZ

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

120,221 mi
Last recorded120,221 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 120,221 miles

Central Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear outer sill

both front headlight images poor

corrosion to the underside in places

Fail 24 Nov 2025 120,221 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear section (6.1.2 (a))

Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear outer sill

both front headlight images poor

corrosion to the underside in places

Pass 4 Dec 2024 112,425 miles

both front headlight images poor

corrosion to both rear inner sills

Fail 3 Dec 2024 112,425 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

both front headlight images poor

corrosion to both rear inner sills

Pass 5 Dec 2023 103,611 miles

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

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

both front headlight images poor

front cross member corroded

sump corroded

Fail 5 Dec 2023 103,611 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

both front headlight images poor

front cross member corroded

sump corroded

Pass 30 Nov 2022 95,228 miles

front headlight images poor

fuel filler neck corroded

Fail 30 Nov 2022 95,228 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

front headlight images poor

fuel filler neck corroded

Pass 7 Dec 2021 87,671 miles

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

Fail 7 Dec 2021 87,671 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2020 80,331 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 78,090 miles

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

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 May 2016 75,129 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 73,051 miles

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

Fail 26 Jun 2015 73,049 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Fail 29 May 2014 65,061 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 May 2014 65,061 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 53,385 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 45,817 miles

both front wheels slightly stiff when turned by hand

Pass 13 May 2011 39,622 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 33,050 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 19 May 2009 25,029 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 20,254 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 PTZ 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 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 BT05 PTZ, 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 BT05 PTZ registered?

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

Is BT05 PTZ safe to buy?

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