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BV05 SZZ

2005 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2025
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

97,222 mi
Last recorded97,222 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV05 SZZ
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2024 97,222 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))

Fail 27 Feb 2024 97,207 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2023 91,983 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 89,606 miles

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

Fail 21 Feb 2022 89,622 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 86,999 miles

Front Lower Gearbox mounting defective Lower mount slight play ()

Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack moist at gaitors (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 26 Feb 2021 86,999 miles

Front Lower Gearbox mounting defective Lower mount slight play ()

Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack moist at gaitors (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2020 84,958 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective dip beam (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective dip beam (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Mar 2020 84,958 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective dip beam (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective dip beam (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 81,120 miles

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

Front x members slightly damaged

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component both gaitors contaminated (2.1.5 (a))

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

Fail 12 Apr 2019 81,120 miles

Headlamp aim not tested both (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp insecure both (4.1.1 (c))

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

Front x members slightly damaged

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component both gaitors contaminated (2.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 19 Mar 2018 76,597 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 72,537 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre has two nails in it ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 23 Mar 2016 68,549 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 96,424 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 77,880 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2012 40,913 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

slight leak from steering rack

Pass 8 Nov 2012 40,913 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

slight leak from steering rack

Pass 25 Nov 2011 33,966 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2010 32,145 miles

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

Fail 23 Nov 2010 32,145 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Nov 2009 30,730 miles

n/s/r tyre wearing on outer edge 1.6mm, legal limit 1.6mm (195/55/16V)

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge 1.6mm, legal limit 1.6mm (195/55/16V)

Pass 1 Dec 2008 29,115 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 25,234 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 SZZ is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 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 BV05 SZZ, 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 SZZ registered?

BV05 SZZ is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is BV05 SZZ safe to buy?

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