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KA05 SXM

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

117,643 mi
Last recorded117,643 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKA05 SXM
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2023 117,643 miles

advise : both rear brake backing plates corroded

advise : heavy surface corrosion to rear axle beam and suspension arms

Fail 18 Aug 2023 117,643 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

advise : both rear brake backing plates corroded

advise : heavy surface corrosion to rear axle beam and suspension arms

Pass 22 Aug 2022 97,360 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension arms heavy surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

advise : both rear brake backing plates corroded

Fail 17 Aug 2022 97,360 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded both (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened axle arm corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension arms heavy surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

advise : both rear brake backing plates corroded

Pass 19 Aug 2021 94,179 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 90,834 miles

advise : both rear brake backing plates corroded

advise : exhaust system slightly leaking

advise : under body surface corrosion

Pass 20 Aug 2019 87,319 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

advise : rear tyres worn on inside edges

Pass 10 Aug 2018 81,027 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 74,064 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 66,959 miles

Front Oil leak engine [sump area][ ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

slight corrosion on suspension components

Pass 18 Aug 2015 60,237 miles

slight exhaust leak[centre to rear]

Pass 7 Aug 2014 53,389 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 48,089 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 42,863 miles

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

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)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 37,507 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 32,677 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

corrosion starting on rear suspension components

front exhaust heat shield insecure

slight corrosion & scoring on o/s/r outer brake disc surface

Pass 18 Aug 2009 26,672 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

o/s/r outer brake disc surface scoured slightly

Pass 18 Aug 2008 19,379 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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KA05 SXM is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KA05 SXM, 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 KA05 SXM registered?

KA05 SXM is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 25 August 2005.

Is KA05 SXM safe to buy?

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