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KU05 FWK

2005 Nissan Almera

Grey Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2022
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

87,275 mi
Last recorded87,275 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU05 FWK
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2020 87,275 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 81,565 miles

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

Fail 9 Jan 2020 81,564 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s inner face worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Dec 2018 70,482 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Dec 2018 70,478 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Dec 2017 60,384 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 20 Dec 2016 49,078 miles

Nearside Front non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 20 Dec 2016 49,078 miles

Nearside Front non obligatory mirror damaged

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Jan 2016 38,853 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2016 38,853 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2015 37,198 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Mar 2015 37,198 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Mar 2014 34,998 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2014 34,998 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2013 32,311 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges (195/55/16)

both wiper blades starting to split

wet test !!!

Pass 3 May 2011 25,025 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 25,025 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 27 May 2010 22,826 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 20,078 miles

N/S/R tyre has nail in it and is slightly weathered on tread

O/S/R tyre is slightly weathered on tread

Pass 8 Apr 2008 14,868 miles

N/S/F tyre worn slightly on the outer edge and at 3mm

O/S/F tyre worn slightly on the outer edge and at 3mm. Also has nail in it

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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KU05 FWK is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Grey with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 KU05 FWK, 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 KU05 FWK registered?

KU05 FWK is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is KU05 FWK safe to buy?

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