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FN05 SWU

2005 Nissan Almera

Black Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

89,905 mi
Last recorded89,905 miles
Recorded on16 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN05 SWU
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 May 2017 89,905 miles

Both front Tyres`s worn on edges

both wiper blades slightly split

Fail 16 May 2017 89,905 miles

Both front Tyres`s worn on edges

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both wiper blades slightly split

Pass 13 May 2016 82,678 miles

Engine light illuminated

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

Pass 9 May 2015 76,423 miles

Both rear tyres perished on walls

Engine light on

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

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 May 2014 73,943 miles

Engine management light illuminated

Front bumper insecure

Fail 2 May 2014 73,943 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Engine management light illuminated

Front bumper insecure

Fail 12 Apr 2013 70,774 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 70,774 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2012 67,278 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 67,278 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 60,251 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2011 61,051 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Nov 2009 50,437 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 42,012 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 41,447 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 41,446 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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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FN05 SWU is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Black with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 FN05 SWU, 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 FN05 SWU registered?

FN05 SWU is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 2 March 2005.

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