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KF05 CWU

2005 Nissan Almera

Silver Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests28 (19 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate67.9%

Mileage

98,232 mi
Last recorded98,232 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF05 CWU
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

19 pass 9 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 98,232 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2026 98,232 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2025 88,766 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Feb 2025 88,765 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2024 88,012 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2024 88,012 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2023 87,393 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2023 87,393 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2022 85,590 miles

Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Apr 2022 85,589 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 84,467 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2021 84,467 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2020 83,698 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2020 83,698 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 81,630 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 80,923 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2018 80,923 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2017 80,040 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 78,933 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2016 78,933 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 77,309 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 75,939 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 72,700 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 64,174 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2011 57,217 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 48,127 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 38,614 miles

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

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

nearside rear tyre wearing on outer edge

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 28 Mar 2008 30,379 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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KF05 CWU is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Silver with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.9%.

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 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 CWU, 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 CWU registered?

KF05 CWU is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is KF05 CWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KF05 CWU shows 28 tests with a 67.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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