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KF05 ECW

2005 Nissan Almera

Silver Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

95,258 mi
Last recorded95,258 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 95,258 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

coolant level low

Pass 7 Jul 2025 81,280 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres wearing on the edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Jul 2025 81,190 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres wearing on the edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jul 2024 67,348 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2024 67,348 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2023 61,282 miles

Offside Fluid leak, but not excessive steering rack damp (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 29 Jun 2023 61,282 miles

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

Offside Fluid leak, but not excessive steering rack damp (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2022 54,465 miles

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

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

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

Fail 30 Jun 2022 54,465 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Jul 2021 47,597 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 42,812 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2020 42,812 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 May 2019 32,714 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2018 30,969 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 28,843 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 27,485 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 26,840 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 May 2014 26,447 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 25,648 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 87,869 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2011 23,497 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 21,767 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 19,204 miles

n/s/f tyre tread getting down

Pass 21 May 2008 16,178 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 ECW is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Silver with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 ECW, 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 ECW registered?

KF05 ECW is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 23 May 2005.

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