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EF05 XVU

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

164,952 mi
Last recorded164,952 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2018 164,952 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 155,315 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 143,718 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 131,757 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 118,846 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 105,750 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 91,800 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)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 75,728 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2010 58,817 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 58,817 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)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 42,448 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 26,600 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 XVU is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 XVU, 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 EF05 XVU registered?

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

Is EF05 XVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF05 XVU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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