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FG55 PYW

2005 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

79,231 mi
Last recorded79,231 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG55 PYW
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 79,231 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 73,898 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2024 73,896 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2023 67,613 miles

Few spots of body damage

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

Underside of vehicle has corrosion some of which is heavy

Fail 29 Sep 2023 67,613 miles

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Few spots of body damage

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

Underside of vehicle has corrosion some of which is heavy

Pass 29 Sep 2022 64,321 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 62,589 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Sep 2021 62,589 miles

Fuel pipe damaged (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 61,604 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 59,708 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 56,591 miles

Headlamps faded

Pass 21 Sep 2017 53,489 miles

n/s body damaged,brake pipes+ferrules+inner sills+fuel lines corroding

Pass 31 Aug 2016 49,683 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 46,043 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 46,043 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 41,249 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 37,426 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 33,246 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 28,889 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 23,692 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 18,128 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 14,421 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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FG55 PYW is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,769cc 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 FG55 PYW, 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 FG55 PYW registered?

FG55 PYW is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 9 December 2005.

Is FG55 PYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG55 PYW 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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