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GY05 YLV

2005 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

73,630 mi
Last recorded73,630 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY05 YLV
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 73,630 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))

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

Front POOR WASHER SPRAY

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Aug 2025 62,455 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 54,380 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 49,432 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both fronts (STRONG ADVISES) (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Damage to bumper and slightly loose/insecure

Nearside Front Damage to wing (STRONG ADVISE)

Rear seat were removed at time of test

Fail 7 Sep 2023 49,431 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both fronts (STRONG ADVISES) (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both rears (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Damage to bumper and slightly loose/insecure

Nearside Front Damage to wing (STRONG ADVISE)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing close to wear indicators and bold on both shoulders (STRONG ADVISE) (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear seat were removed at time of test

Pass 12 Nov 2021 44,045 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 42,093 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 41,060 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 39,645 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 38,218 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 36,341 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)

Pass 11 Nov 2015 33,920 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 31,806 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 29,688 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2013 29,688 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 28,955 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 27,550 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 24,645 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 24,645 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2010 20,470 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 15,722 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 11,140 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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GY05 YLV is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 GY05 YLV, 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 GY05 YLV registered?

GY05 YLV is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 28 June 2005.

Is GY05 YLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY05 YLV shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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