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EF05 XVJ

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

36,317 mi
Last recorded36,317 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF05 XVJ
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 36,317 miles

light mist of oil on power steering rack

Fail 12 Jun 2026 36,317 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

light mist of oil on power steering rack

Pass 16 Jun 2025 35,637 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 34,418 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 33,690 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component offside power steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 32,923 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 32,077 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 31,495 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 16 Apr 2019 30,626 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 29,475 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 28,306 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 26,829 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 25,201 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 23,490 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 21,482 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 19,325 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 15,663 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 12,981 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 9,405 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 6,465 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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EF05 XVJ is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 EF05 XVJ, 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

How do I check the history of EF05 XVJ?

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What year was EF05 XVJ registered?

EF05 XVJ is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is EF05 XVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF05 XVJ shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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