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DS05 PWF

2005 Nissan Almera

Grey Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

95,976 mi
Last recorded95,976 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2020
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS05 PWF
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2020 95,976 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2020 95,976 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

both wiper blades starting to split.

Pass 28 Jan 2019 89,806 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 83,345 miles

Both front shock absorber dust covers deteriorated.

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 74,649 miles

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 7 Feb 2017 74,639 miles

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

rear silencer split

Pass 22 Jan 2016 65,296 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2015 57,968 miles

offside rear tyre very worn on inner edge

Fail 22 Jan 2014 51,244 miles

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 22 Jan 2014 51,244 miles

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

o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 9 Jan 2013 42,195 miles

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

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 2 Nov 2011 31,623 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2011 31,623 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2011 30,252 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 25,568 miles

nearside front tyre outer sidewall scrubbed

Pass 12 Jun 2009 20,743 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Jun 2008 16,857 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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DS05 PWF is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Grey with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 DS05 PWF, 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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DS05 PWF is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 10 August 2005.

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