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BV05 SWX

2005 Nissan Almera

Silver Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

86,374 mi
Last recorded86,374 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV05 SWX
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2021 86,374 miles

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

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both rear (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 85,247 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2019 83,101 miles

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

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

handbrake travel excessive

Pass 3 Nov 2018 79,531 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 73,915 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 69,687 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 65,012 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2014 56,464 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 54,557 miles
Fail 31 May 2014 54,557 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 May 2013 49,709 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 43,190 miles

nearside front outer tyre signs of wear

offside wiper blade split

oil on min

Pass 29 Mar 2011 38,119 miles

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

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

front wiper blades worn

Pass 25 Feb 2010 32,584 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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)

front brake pads appear just within wear limits, advise replacement a.s.a.p.

Pass 2 Mar 2009 27,269 miles

unable to check off side rear seat belt

unable to fully check near side rear seat belt

Pass 13 Mar 2008 22,408 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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BV05 SWX is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Silver with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 BV05 SWX, 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 BV05 SWX registered?

BV05 SWX is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 25 March 2005.

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