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HG05 YCW

2005 Nissan Almera

Silver Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

78,417 mi
Last recorded78,417 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG05 YCW
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2017 78,417 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2017 78,417 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 70,300 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 70,300 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 64,084 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 64,078 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 57,653 miles

O/S wiper blade getting poor

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

Rear wiper blade poor

Fail 4 Jun 2013 57,653 miles

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

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Front n/s and o/s tyres worn smooth on inside edges.

O/S wiper blade getting poor

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

Rear o/s tyre wearing unevenly

Rear wiper blade poor

Pass 1 Jun 2012 48,827 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside rear tyre smooth inside edge of tread

Pass 2 Jun 2011 36,896 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 May 2010 31,101 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 2 Jun 2009 26,438 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 18,977 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 YCW is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Silver with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 YCW, 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 YCW registered?

HG05 YCW is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 3 June 2005.

Is HG05 YCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG05 YCW shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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