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KF05 BYZ

2005 Nissan Almera

Silver Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

83,424 mi
Last recorded83,424 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 30 Nov 2018 83,424 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Headlamp has less than 1/2 LEDs not functioning (4.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 2 Dec 2017 78,652 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)

tyres under inflated

Pass 2 Dec 2016 74,361 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear section (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 70,492 miles

o/s/f wheel bearing is slightly rough

Fail 3 Dec 2015 70,492 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

o/s/f wheel bearing is slightly rough

Pass 18 Dec 2014 62,786 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 55,857 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2012 48,798 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 19 Dec 2012 48,798 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 44,017 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2011 44,017 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2010 35,850 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 31,474 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2008 26,953 miles

near side front tyre outer sidewall damaged

Fail 30 Dec 2008 26,953 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2008 21,450 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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KF05 BYZ is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Silver with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 BYZ, 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 BYZ registered?

KF05 BYZ is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 23 March 2005.

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