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FY05 YYW

2005 Nissan Almera

Silver Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2016
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

95,142 mi
Last recorded95,142 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2015
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY05 YYW
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2015 95,142 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2015 95,107 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 86,871 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Fail 13 Jun 2014 86,870 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 80,079 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2013 80,078 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 70,726 miles

esp light and engine light on

Fail 31 May 2012 70,724 miles

Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

esp light and engine light on

Pass 30 Jun 2011 64,463 miles

engine warning light on anti skid warning light on steering control light on but power steering still working

Pass 29 Jun 2010 57,379 miles

Bolts missing from tailgate striker

Fail 29 Jun 2010 57,379 miles

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

Bolts missing from tailgate striker

Pass 27 May 2009 49,927 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 49,925 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 May 2008 39,416 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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FY05 YYW is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Silver with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 FY05 YYW, 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 FY05 YYW registered?

FY05 YYW is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 6 May 2005.

Is FY05 YYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY05 YYW shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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