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FN55 XPL

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

75,455 mi
Last recorded75,455 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN55 XPL
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2020 75,455 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component around plastic reservoir (2.1.5 (a))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rails and lower body panels have surface rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2019 71,514 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2018 67,915 miles

Nearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Oct 2018 67,915 miles

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

Nearside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 61,188 miles

Front brakes grabbing slightly

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 53,242 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside headlamp lens deteriorated

Pass 3 Oct 2015 44,507 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 39,786 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 39,782 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 37,838 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 37,262 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2011 33,702 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 31,090 miles

Nearside rear tyre is wearing low on the outer edge

Pass 11 Sep 2009 27,117 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2008 22,354 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2008 22,179 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 13 Jul 2007 17,559 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Jul 2007 17,559 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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FN55 XPL is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FN55 XPL, 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 FN55 XPL registered?

FN55 XPL is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 19 September 2005.

Is FN55 XPL safe to buy?

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