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GD05 BYA

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

77,039 mi
Last recorded77,039 miles
Recorded on15 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD05 BYA
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2017 77,039 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

o/s rear tyre slightly cracked

Fail 11 May 2017 76,877 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

o/s rear tyre slightly cracked

Pass 27 Jun 2016 66,206 miles

offside rear brake binding slightly

rear brake discs worn

Fail 27 Jun 2016 66,205 miles

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

offside rear brake binding slightly

brake discs corroded / worn

Pass 23 Mar 2015 55,731 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 54,962 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 53,533 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 52,176 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 46,181 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 97,786 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 41,115 miles

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

wiper blades starting to split

Pass 21 Jul 2009 33,882 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2008 25,368 miles

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)

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 BYA is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 GD05 BYA, 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 BYA registered?

GD05 BYA is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 25 July 2005.

Is GD05 BYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GD05 BYA shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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