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GU05 NHV

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

94,712 mi
Last recorded94,712 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2015
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU05 NHV
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2015 94,712 miles

Both front brakes are slightly binding.

Engine sump is wet,possibly has corroded through?

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

Nearside front tyre tread is worn smooth on both edges,possibly pressure and/or tracking?

Offside dipped headlamp output is slightly low,possibly internal damage or wear to headlamp.

Fail 19 Jun 2015 94,711 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Both front brakes are slightly binding.

Engine sump is wet,possibly has corroded through?

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Nearside front tyre tread is worn smooth on both edges,possibly pressure and/or tracking?

Offside front tyre tread is worn smooth on inner edge,possibly tracking?

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 20 Jun 2014 86,500 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 79,307 miles

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

front brake pads approx 70% worn

Fail 8 Jun 2012 73,208 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

off side front headlamp output poor

Pass 8 Jun 2012 73,208 miles

off side front headlamp output poor

Pass 4 Jun 2011 64,569 miles

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

rear wiper rubber incomplete

various minor bumper defects

Fail 4 Jun 2011 64,569 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

rear wiper rubber incomplete

various minor bumper defects

Pass 7 Jun 2010 48,573 miles

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

offside rear tyre worn below 1.6mm on inner edge

Pass 18 Mar 2009 34,774 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 26,283 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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GU05 NHV is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 GU05 NHV, 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 GU05 NHV registered?

GU05 NHV is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 16 March 2005.

Is GU05 NHV safe to buy?

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