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FP05 GVU

2005 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2024
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

126,067 mi
Last recorded126,067 miles
Recorded on10 May 2023
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP05 GVU
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 10 May 2023 126,067 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Apr 2022 112,149 miles

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

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

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both rods (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 14 Apr 2021 100,880 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both linkages (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both track rods (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

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

Rear Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 13 May 2020 89,481 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 76,222 miles

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

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 May 2018 63,299 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 50,232 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 36,053 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (3.5.1g)

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 25,643 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 23,669 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 21,443 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 19,396 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 16,962 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 15,007 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 12,468 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 9,853 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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FP05 GVU is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FP05 GVU, 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 FP05 GVU registered?

FP05 GVU is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 8 June 2005.

Is FP05 GVU safe to buy?

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