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FP05 ULC

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

120,704 mi
Last recorded120,704 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP05 ULC
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2016 120,704 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2016 120,704 miles

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

Offside Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 May 2015 101,370 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 100,501 miles
Fail 20 May 2014 100,385 miles

Centre Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Pass 20 May 2013 98,979 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2012 96,659 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 95,005 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 83,984 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2010 83,984 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 64,073 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

nsf osf and osr tyre tread depths wearing low

Fail 17 Mar 2009 64,073 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

nsf osf and osr tyre tread depths wearing low

Pass 7 Apr 2008 52,955 miles

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

New brakes fitted brake master cylinder over filled

Fail 7 Apr 2008 52,955 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

New brakes fitted brake master cylinder over filled

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 ULC is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 FP05 ULC, 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 FP05 ULC registered?

FP05 ULC is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 9 May 2005.

Is FP05 ULC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP05 ULC shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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