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EX05 CSZ

2005 Nissan Almera

Silver Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2027
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

135,761 mi
Last recorded135,761 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX05 CSZ
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2026 135,761 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2026 135,715 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Aug 2025 132,799 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2024 130,812 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Aug 2023 128,705 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 125,802 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 122,926 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 5 Mar 2020 120,006 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2020 120,006 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 114,509 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 107,556 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 96,204 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 80,868 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2016 80,868 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2015 73,970 miles

tyre sizes different front to rear but the same across the axle

Pass 11 Feb 2014 68,890 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 11 Feb 2014 68,890 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 8 Feb 2013 62,518 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Feb 2013 62,518 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 57,436 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2012 57,436 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 25 Jan 2011 70,777 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2011 70,777 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Feb 2010 42,684 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 34,315 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2008 24,296 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Feb 2008 24,296 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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EX05 CSZ is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Silver with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EX05 CSZ, 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 EX05 CSZ registered?

EX05 CSZ is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 3 March 2005.

Is EX05 CSZ safe to buy?

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