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GL05 BFE

2005 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

36,458 mi
Last recorded36,458 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL05 BFE
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 36,458 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 33,463 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 May 2024 32,884 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 31,988 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 May 2022 31,317 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 May 2021 30,332 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 29,822 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 28,943 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive oil cooler pipe corroded and weeping to gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 28,005 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides very close to limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 27,313 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 26,507 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both front lenses starting to fade (1.7.5a)

exhaust system is to corrode

Pass 9 Jun 2015 25,249 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2014 24,213 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 24,213 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 May 2013 20,616 miles

Front tyres wearing on outer edges

Restricted visibilty due to plastic sill covers

Pass 25 May 2012 17,329 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 13,411 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 8,651 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 4,087 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 674 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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GL05 BFE is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 GL05 BFE, 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 GL05 BFE registered?

GL05 BFE is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 10 June 2005.

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