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KF05 BGU

2005 Nissan Almera

Silver Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

94,795 mi
Last recorded94,795 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF05 BGU
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 94,795 miles

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

Fail 3 Jun 2026 94,774 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect headlights dim (both) (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 27 May 2025 93,240 miles

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2024 91,746 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2023 89,520 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 87,789 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 85,817 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 24 Jun 2020 84,890 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 81,175 miles
Fail 15 May 2019 81,175 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 May 2018 76,924 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 74,034 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 71,413 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 67,873 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 64,664 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 59,334 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 53,866 miles

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

front tyres wearing edges

n/s/f tyre limited life 185/65r15

steering rack damp

Pass 23 Jun 2010 47,298 miles

front brake pads appear low

front service brake performance imbalance on limits

Pass 29 Jun 2009 39,579 miles

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

Fail 1 Apr 2009 39,014 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously misaligned (4.1.D.1e)

child seat fitted to n/s/r seat

cut in tread of n/s/r tyre

o/s door mirror cracked

rear wiper blade torn

Pass 1 Apr 2009 39,014 miles

child seat fitted to n/s/r seat

cut in tread of n/s/r tyre

o/s door mirror cracked

rear wiper blade torn

Pass 18 Mar 2008 29,062 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Crack in drivers door mirror

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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KF05 BGU is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Silver 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 KF05 BGU, 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 KF05 BGU registered?

KF05 BGU is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 22 March 2005.

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