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DE05 FTF

2005 Nissan Almera

Grey Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

120,894 mi
Last recorded120,894 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE05 FTF
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2018 120,894 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2018 120,894 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre to rear section (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

high level brake light not working

Pass 21 Mar 2017 114,561 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2016 103,876 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer shoulder

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

Pass 18 Apr 2015 88,892 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 77,444 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

mid and rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 6 Apr 2013 66,051 miles

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

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

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

slight uneven rear brake application

Pass 14 Apr 2012 52,531 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2011 37,340 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 23,568 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre worn on outer shoulder

Pass 8 Apr 2009 11,334 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 11,334 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Fail 10 Apr 2008 7,076 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Apr 2008 7,076 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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DE05 FTF is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Grey with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 DE05 FTF, 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 DE05 FTF registered?

DE05 FTF is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 15 April 2005.

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