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DF05 HLZ

2005 Nissan Almera

Silver Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2013
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

97,212 mi
Last recorded97,212 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2012
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF05 HLZ
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2012 97,212 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both front discs scored

Fail 18 Jul 2012 97,211 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both front discs scored

Pass 14 Jul 2011 90,485 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

both rear discs slightly pitted

Pass 22 Jul 2010 85,144 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both front discs slightly scored

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Fail 22 Jul 2010 85,144 miles

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

Centre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

both front discs slightly scored

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 20 Jul 2009 72,406 miles

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)

Offside headlight light output poor

Fail 20 Jul 2009 72,406 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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)

Offside headlight light output poor

Pass 22 Jul 2008 51,805 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2008 51,805 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear 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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DF05 HLZ is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Silver with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 DF05 HLZ, 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 DF05 HLZ registered?

DF05 HLZ is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is DF05 HLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF05 HLZ shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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