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FP55 MBU

2005 Nissan Almera

Grey Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2022
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

116,365 mi
Last recorded116,365 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP55 MBU
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2021 116,365 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2021 116,365 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 110,897 miles

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

Fail 3 Sep 2020 110,897 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2019 103,457 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2019 103,457 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2018 91,574 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Sep 2018 91,574 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2017 78,063 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2017 78,063 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2016 68,726 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s o/s (3.5.1g)

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

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

steering rack is oiley

Pass 22 Sep 2015 61,570 miles

n/s rear tyre is wearing on edge

Fail 22 Sep 2015 61,570 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s rear tyre is wearing on edge

Pass 15 Sep 2014 54,632 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

advise steering rack gaiters are damp

n/s wiper blade needs replacing

Pass 16 Sep 2013 48,329 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

hand brake long travel

Pass 21 Sep 2012 24,767 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 19 Sep 2011 34,638 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 27,580 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 27,579 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2009 21,291 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 14,349 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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FP55 MBU is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Grey with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FP55 MBU, 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 FP55 MBU registered?

FP55 MBU is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 29 November 2005.

Is FP55 MBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP55 MBU shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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