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GU05 XUJ

2005 Nissan Almera

Silver Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

105,147 mi
Last recorded105,147 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU05 XUJ
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2021 105,147 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2020 102,618 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2020 102,618 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 99,949 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2018 95,341 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Jan 2018 95,339 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Mar 2017 91,938 miles

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

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

Oil leak ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 20 Feb 2016 86,706 miles

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

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

oil leak

Pass 29 Jan 2015 80,925 miles

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

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 31 Jan 2014 75,123 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 70,034 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2013 70,011 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Jan 2012 34,320 miles

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

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

Oil leak

nearside registration plate lamp lens missing but bulb still illuminating plate

Fail 25 Jan 2012 34,320 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

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

Oil leak

nearside registration plate lamp lens missing but bulb still illuminating plate

Pass 27 Jan 2011 59,560 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 57,945 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 51,075 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 40,097 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 XUJ is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Silver with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GU05 XUJ, 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 XUJ registered?

GU05 XUJ is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 6 March 2005.

Is GU05 XUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU05 XUJ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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