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HG05 XSO

2005 Nissan Almera

Grey Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

164,435 mi
Last recorded164,435 miles
Recorded on30 May 2016
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG05 XSO
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 May 2016 164,435 miles
Fail 27 May 2016 164,425 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2015 157,857 miles

front brake pads getting low

Fail 28 May 2015 157,826 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

front brake pads getting low

Pass 4 Jul 2014 150,300 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 131,393 miles

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

Fail 13 Jun 2013 130,126 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Windscreen wipers staying on

Pass 29 Jun 2012 112,317 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 112,317 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2011 92,687 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 70,288 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 49,200 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 49,030 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 7 Jul 2008 27,752 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 26,155 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 XSO is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Grey with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 HG05 XSO, 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 XSO registered?

HG05 XSO is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 18 May 2005.

Is HG05 XSO safe to buy?

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