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DG05 ZTF

2005 Nissan Almera

Silver Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2025
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

96,279 mi
Last recorded96,279 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2024
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG05 ZTF
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2024 96,279 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output front headlamps cloudy (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 7 Feb 2024 96,279 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output front headlamps cloudy (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 27 Jan 2023 94,220 miles

Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective both headlights lenses slightly misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill slightly corroded at rear end (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2022 93,747 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Feb 2022 93,747 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 27 Jan 2021 93,219 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Jan 2021 93,219 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2020 92,765 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2019 92,181 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 27 Mar 2018 90,815 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2018 90,815 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Jan 2018 90,684 miles

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 16 Feb 2017 85,036 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 77,984 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 70,789 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 64,189 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 58,696 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2012 49,451 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

front wiper blades noisey but not split

Pass 25 Jan 2012 49,451 miles

front wiper blades noisey but not split

Pass 7 Feb 2011 41,041 miles

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

front brake discs lightly pitted on inner edges

Pass 16 Feb 2010 32,660 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 24,161 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 17,739 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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DG05 ZTF is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Silver with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 DG05 ZTF, 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 DG05 ZTF registered?

DG05 ZTF is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is DG05 ZTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG05 ZTF shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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