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HW55 FBJ

2005 Nissan Almera

Grey Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

86,722 mi
Last recorded86,722 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW55 FBJ
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2021 86,722 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Road wheel slightly distorted BOTH (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2020 81,100 miles

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

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

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

Rear Road wheel slightly distorted BOTH (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively BOTH SIDES (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Dec 2019 141,437 miles

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

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Fail 9 Dec 2019 141,437 miles

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

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak leeking at pipe (8.2.1.1 (b))

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

Pass 6 Nov 2018 70,393 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2018 70,389 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2017 64,767 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit NO TREAD INNER EDGE CLOSE TO WEAR BANDS (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front TYRE worn inner edge

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened INNER FACE CORRODED (3.5.1i)

front brake discs corroded around edges

Fail 9 Nov 2017 64,767 miles

Central Stop lamp not working HIGH LEVEL (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit NO TREAD INNER EDGE CLOSE TO WEAR BANDS (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front TYRE worn inner edge

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened INNER FACE CORRODED (3.5.1i)

front brake discs corroded around edges

Pass 10 Nov 2016 56,860 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 10 Nov 2016 56,860 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Oct 2015 50,639 miles

both headlights only just give a image

Fail 30 Oct 2015 50,639 miles

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

both headlights only just give a image

Pass 4 Nov 2014 46,513 miles

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

Offside Front 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 5 Nov 2013 43,969 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 40,549 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 35,131 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2010 29,998 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2009 24,532 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 19,133 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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HW55 FBJ is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Grey with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2005 Nissan Almera models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 58,958 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 HW55 FBJ, 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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What year was HW55 FBJ registered?

HW55 FBJ is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 9 September 2005.

Is HW55 FBJ safe to buy?

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