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KF05 BVW

2005 Nissan Almera

Grey Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

70,996 mi
Last recorded70,996 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF05 BVW
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 70,996 miles

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

Fail 20 Feb 2026 70,996 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault airbag (7.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 6 Feb 2025 68,734 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2025 68,734 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault airbag (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2024 66,474 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 63,635 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2022 60,994 miles

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

Fail 22 Feb 2022 60,994 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2021 58,908 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2020 56,119 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 25 Mar 2020 56,119 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

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

o/s/f tyre wall deteriorated

Pass 7 Mar 2019 53,162 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

o/s/f o/s/r n/s/r tyres deteriorated

Pass 21 Feb 2018 50,602 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

n/s/r tyre deteriorated and uneven ware

Pass 16 Mar 2017 48,286 miles

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

exhaust system rusted heavly

n/s/f n/s/r tyres deteriorated

n/s/f tyre worn on edge

Fail 16 Mar 2017 48,286 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

exhaust system rusted heavly

n/s/f n/s/r tyres deteriorated

n/s/f tyre worn on edge

Pass 9 Mar 2016 44,562 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

n/s/f n/s/r tyres deteriorated

Pass 12 Mar 2015 40,189 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 35,473 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2013 31,015 miles

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

Fail 7 Mar 2013 31,015 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2012 26,371 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 21,792 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Fail 8 Mar 2010 17,733 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Mar 2010 17,733 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 13,728 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Mar 2008 12,491 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 BVW is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Grey with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 KF05 BVW, 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 KF05 BVW registered?

KF05 BVW is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 16 March 2005.

Is KF05 BVW safe to buy?

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