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HG05 YMW

2005 Nissan Almera

Silver Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

39,385 mi
Last recorded39,385 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2021
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG05 YMW
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2021 39,385 miles

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 8 Mar 2021 39,385 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 9 Mar 2020 37,488 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 33,794 miles

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

Fail 8 Mar 2019 33,794 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2018 28,281 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 23,944 miles

All four tyres showing signs of perishing.

Both front shock absorber dust covers deteriorated.

Front Wipers starting to smear.

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

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

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

Offside Rear Signs of wheel starting to bind.

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

Fail 4 May 2017 23,944 miles

All four tyres showing signs of perishing.

Both front shock absorber dust covers deteriorated.

Front Wipers starting to smear.

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

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

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

Offside Rear Signs of wheel starting to bind.

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

Pass 25 Apr 2016 22,390 miles

all tyres aged

both front shock absorber protective boots split

Fail 25 Apr 2016 22,390 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

all tyres aged

both front shock absorber protective boots split

Pass 23 Apr 2015 20,407 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 18,780 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 16,981 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 18,858 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 14,353 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 12,965 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 10,797 miles

Plastic sill covers fitted over sills

Pass 27 May 2008 8,392 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 YMW 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 HG05 YMW, 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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HG05 YMW is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 31 May 2005.

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