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HY05 YJG

2005 Nissan Almera

White Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2017
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

129,034 mi
Last recorded129,034 miles
Recorded on13 May 2016
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY05 YJG
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 May 2016 129,034 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front tyres very worn on edges inner (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 May 2016 129,034 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front tyres very worn on edges inner (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 121,066 miles

nearside rear lamp lens minor damage

Fail 21 Apr 2015 121,062 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

nearside rear lamp lens minor damage

Pass 10 May 2014 113,177 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)

Pass 13 May 2013 108,981 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)

Fail 27 Apr 2013 108,933 miles

Centre Lower Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

both front tyres bald on inner edges

Pass 10 Apr 2012 90,053 miles

Slight travel in parking brake when applied fully. Advise may require cables

Fail 10 Apr 2012 90,053 miles

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

Slight travel in parking brake when applied fully. Advise may require cables

Fail 10 Apr 2012 90,052 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre exhaust deteriorated near butt joint to rear box. Advise centre & rear exhaust replaced

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Slight travel in parking brake when applied fully. Advise may require cables

Tyre size: 19555R16V

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 18 Apr 2011 68,462 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 49,551 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2010 49,551 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 1 May 2009 32,994 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 18,606 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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HY05 YJG is a 2005 Nissan Almera in White with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 HY05 YJG, 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 HY05 YJG registered?

HY05 YJG is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 2 March 2005.

Is HY05 YJG safe to buy?

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