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BU05 XRJ

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

98,026 mi
Last recorded98,026 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 XRJ
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 98,026 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Feb 2025 94,814 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2024 91,184 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2024 91,184 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Feb 2023 87,237 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2022 84,308 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2021 79,832 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2020 77,492 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 73,644 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 71,024 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2018 71,024 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 14 Feb 2017 68,370 miles

rear number plate water ingressed

Pass 12 Feb 2016 63,190 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 57,214 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)

advise rust on nearside front inner brake disc face.

Pass 25 Feb 2014 51,974 miles

advise nearside front inner brake disc corroded,but not affecting brake balance at present.

advise nearside front inner brake disc face corroded,but not affecting brake balance at present.

Pass 12 Feb 2013 46,649 miles

advise surface corrosion on top of rear exhaust box.

Fail 24 Feb 2012 41,893 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

advise corrosion on exhaust front pipe joint with intermediate pipe

advise surface corrosion on nearside inner brake disc face.

Pass 24 Feb 2012 41,893 miles

advise corrosion on exhaust front pipe joint with intermediate pipe

advise surface corrosion on nearside inner brake disc face.

Pass 22 Feb 2011 36,130 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

advise minor surface cracking in tread on offside and nearside front tyres.

Fail 22 Feb 2010 30,332 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

advise front brake balance on 20%, may reqiure attension soon.

advise slight bind on nearside front brake when the vehicle is jacked up,not picked up on brake tester.

Pass 22 Feb 2010 30,332 miles

advise front brake balance on 20%, may reqiure attension soon.

advise slight bind on nearside front brake when the vehicle is jacked up,not picked up on brake tester.

Pass 24 Feb 2009 24,217 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 18,235 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)

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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BU05 XRJ 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 BU05 XRJ, 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 BU05 XRJ registered?

BU05 XRJ is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is BU05 XRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU05 XRJ 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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