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DU05 HYP

2005 Nissan Almera

Black Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

41,855 mi
Last recorded41,855 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU05 HYP
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 41,855 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2026 41,855 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2025 38,924 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 36,740 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 34,688 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs worn, corroded and pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases hole in top of silencer, does not effect emissions (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres cracking and perished, no cords visible 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 34,433 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Twe perished 185/65r15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 34,175 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Plus corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing TWO 185/65r15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 34,068 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185 65r15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

exhaust corroded

Pass 20 Aug 2019 33,793 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases plus corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 33,047 miles

Nearside Front road wheel damaged and some distortion

Nearside Rear tyre cracking 185 65r15

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 22 Aug 2017 32,512 miles

Nearside Rear road wheel damaged and some distortion

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 26 Aug 2016 30,650 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 17 Aug 2016 30,568 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 emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

E.M.L on dash

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 14 Aug 2015 29,629 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2015 29,629 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2014 29,623 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 29,613 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 28,679 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 40,993 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 23,066 miles

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

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

rear wiper blade split

Pass 25 Feb 2009 19,923 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 15,922 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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DU05 HYP is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Black with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 DU05 HYP, 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 DU05 HYP registered?

DU05 HYP is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is DU05 HYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU05 HYP shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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