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KF05 CYJ

2005 Nissan Almera

Silver Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

102,179 mi
Last recorded102,179 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 102,179 miles

Front Fluid leak, but not excessive gear box linkage (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 30 May 2025 99,470 miles
Fail 30 May 2025 99,470 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2024 98,338 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2024 98,329 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 May 2023 96,690 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2022 94,991 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2021 93,129 miles
Fail 5 May 2021 93,129 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 4 Jun 2020 91,592 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 89,218 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 85,891 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 82,462 miles

O/S/FRONT WEARING ON INNER TREAD

Pass 11 Apr 2016 76,689 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2015 73,289 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 67,326 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 67,326 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 58,666 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2013 58,666 miles

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

Fail 2 Apr 2012 47,436 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

n/s/f h/lamp output slightly reduced

Pass 2 Apr 2012 47,436 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

n/s/f h/lamp output slightly reduced

Pass 11 Apr 2011 36,730 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 29,759 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 21,312 miles

both front tyres scrubbing inner and outer edges

centre section of exhaust showing signs of corrosion

Fail 18 Apr 2008 17,198 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 18 Apr 2008 17,198 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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 CYJ is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Silver 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 CYJ, 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 CYJ registered?

KF05 CYJ is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 28 April 2005.

Is KF05 CYJ safe to buy?

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