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HN05 OPT

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

80,614 mi
Last recorded80,614 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN05 OPT
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 80,614 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2025 80,614 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 78,636 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 76,191 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 25 Nov 2022 74,070 miles

front brake discs are pitted

rear brake discs are pitted

Fail 22 Nov 2022 74,061 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

front brake discs are pitted

rear brake discs are pitted

Pass 23 Nov 2021 72,275 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 70,506 miles

nearside front tyre is wearing on outer edge

offside front tyre is wearing on inner edge

Pass 18 Nov 2019 68,771 miles

offside front tyre is wearing on inner edge

Pass 20 Nov 2018 62,571 miles

offside front brake slight bind

Pass 20 Nov 2017 54,183 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 43,335 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2015 34,158 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 25,812 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 16,027 miles

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 15,997 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2013 15,997 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 15,915 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 15,366 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 13,901 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2009 11,652 miles

advise small cut in outside wall of n/s/r tyre but not through to cords

Pass 24 Apr 2008 8,436 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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HN05 OPT is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,497cc 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 HN05 OPT, 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 HN05 OPT registered?

HN05 OPT is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is HN05 OPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN05 OPT 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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