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KF55 ZZU

2005 Nissan Almera

Grey Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

103,093 mi
Last recorded103,093 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF55 ZZU
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 103,093 miles

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))

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

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

Fail 26 Sep 2025 103,085 miles

Power steering pipe/hose leaking Steering Rack end (2.1.5 (a))

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))

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2024 91,218 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2024 91,208 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak CORRODED ON JOINT MIDDLE TO REAR EXHAUST (8.2.1.1 (b))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 89,723 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2022 88,193 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Offside Rear EXHAUST JOINT CORROED /WEAK

Pass 28 Sep 2021 86,364 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 85,108 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 83,488 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2018 80,647 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2018 80,631 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2017 77,160 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 71,515 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 65,557 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 59,085 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 53,446 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 3 Sep 2013 53,446 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 12 Sep 2012 47,884 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 40,811 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2011 40,811 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 34,620 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 28,868 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 22,258 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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KF55 ZZU is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Grey with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 KF55 ZZU, 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 KF55 ZZU registered?

KF55 ZZU is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 16 September 2005.

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