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FJ05 ULV

2005 Nissan Almera

Grey Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

66,626 mi
Last recorded66,626 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ05 ULV
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 66,626 miles

Corrosion to suspension components.

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

n/s/r light damaged.

Pass 4 Dec 2024 64,728 miles

Corrosion to suspension components.

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre perished, advise replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack. (2.1.5 (a))

n/s/r light unit damaged.

Fail 3 Dec 2024 64,728 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Corrosion to suspension components.

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre perished, advise replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack. (2.1.5 (a))

n/s/r light unit damaged.

Pass 27 Nov 2023 61,462 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Scuffed outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 11 May 2022 54,559 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 11 May 2022 54,559 miles

Brake performance not tested Brake pipe leaking. (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions not tested Exhaust broken and holed. (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Offside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system Front to rear,corroded. (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 17 May 2021 52,639 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 51,445 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack. (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 49,087 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 46,481 miles

Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component slight leak from rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 41,471 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 36,355 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 30,470 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 24,481 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 19,601 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 14,500 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 12,757 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 11,296 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 8,943 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 7,133 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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FJ05 ULV is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Grey with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FJ05 ULV, 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 FJ05 ULV registered?

FJ05 ULV is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 17 March 2005.

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