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GD05 BLF

2005 Nissan Almera

Grey Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2021
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

169,207 mi
Last recorded169,207 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD05 BLF
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2020 169,207 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2020 169,207 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jun 2018 158,293 miles

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

hand brake travel high

Fail 30 Jun 2018 158,293 miles

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both (4.7.2 (a))

hand brake travel high

Pass 15 Jul 2017 147,108 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 134,670 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 4 Aug 2015 121,256 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2015 121,256 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2014 108,438 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2014 108,438 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 95,223 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2013 95,223 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2012 82,819 miles

both headlight light output poor, possible bulb not fitted correctly. Image ok. Projector type fitted

front wiper blades split but clear enough

Pass 9 Aug 2011 69,999 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 55,134 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2009 40,889 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Aug 2009 40,889 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 26,948 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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GD05 BLF is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Grey with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 GD05 BLF, 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 GD05 BLF registered?

GD05 BLF is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 16 August 2005.

Is GD05 BLF safe to buy?

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