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GP05 CBY

2005 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

48,682 mi
Last recorded48,682 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP05 CBY
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 48,682 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective both front (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Mar 2026 48,660 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended Due to pet lead lodged in receiver buckle (7.1.2 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective both front (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2025 44,941 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both side (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both side (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 28 Jan 2025 44,876 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended Secondary buckle for center belt anchor (7.1.2 (d))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2024 42,145 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jan 2024 42,145 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 37,527 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 34,430 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

fuel flap does not close

Fail 7 Sep 2021 34,430 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

fuel flap does not close

Pass 3 Sep 2020 30,853 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 27,615 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2019 27,545 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 8 Sep 2018 24,421 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 22,066 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 19,242 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2016 19,242 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Aug 2015 18,931 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2015 18,931 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault abs waning indicates an abs fault (3.4.1c)

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords o/s front (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Sep 2014 18,830 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 18,536 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak

Pass 26 Mar 2012 17,719 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2012 17,719 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2011 16,902 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 16,519 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 15,931 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

n/s front tyre wall cut not shoing ply or cord

Pass 19 Jun 2008 11,029 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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GP05 CBY is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 GP05 CBY, 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 GP05 CBY registered?

GP05 CBY is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 28 June 2005.

Is GP05 CBY safe to buy?

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