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HG05 WCW

2005 Nissan Almera

Black Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

45,888 mi
Last recorded45,888 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG05 WCW
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 45,888 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing INNER AND OUTER SIDEWALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2025 43,542 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2024 43,218 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 42,522 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2022 37,950 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Aug 2022 37,950 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2021 37,806 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Arms (both) (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 7 Jul 2021 37,806 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Arms (both) (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Jul 2020 37,657 miles

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

Fail 6 Jul 2020 37,657 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 3 Jul 2019 37,455 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 37,226 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2017 36,938 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexible. (3.6.B.2c)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 36,593 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 36,277 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 35,851 miles

Front brake discs are corroded.

Front wipers are poor.

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Slight binde on the rear brakes.

Pass 8 Jul 2013 35,479 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 35,479 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 35,099 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 34,747 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 34,385 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2010 34,385 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2009 33,868 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 33,328 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 29,867 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 29,867 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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HG05 WCW is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Black with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 HG05 WCW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HG05 WCW registered?

HG05 WCW is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 1 June 2005.

Is HG05 WCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG05 WCW shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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