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KU05 GBO

2005 Nissan Almera

Silver Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

36,212 mi
Last recorded36,212 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU05 GBO
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 36,212 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber dust cover ripped

Nearside Rear shock absorber dust cover ripped

Offside Front shock absorber dust cover ripped

Offside Rear shock absorber dust cover ripped

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

Fail 11 May 2026 36,212 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively N/S wiper split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front shock absorber dust cover ripped

Nearside Rear shock absorber dust cover ripped

Offside Front shock absorber dust cover ripped

Offside Rear shock absorber dust cover ripped

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

Pass 19 May 2025 35,339 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective rubber deteorated (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 May 2024 35,169 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 23 May 2023 34,963 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component from the rack itself (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 6 May 2022 34,692 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 34,420 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2020 34,131 miles

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

Fail 4 May 2020 34,131 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center section at the joint to the rear box (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 15 May 2019 33,669 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2018 33,258 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 16 May 2017 32,517 miles

Offside Rear screw in the tyre

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

Pass 19 May 2016 31,817 miles
Fail 19 May 2016 31,817 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 May 2015 30,673 miles

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

steering rack light misting of oil

Pass 28 Apr 2014 29,414 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2013 27,923 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 26,976 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 11 Apr 2011 25,686 miles

inner arch lower support brackets begining to corrode on both sides.

Pass 19 Apr 2010 23,444 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 21,250 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 21,250 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 16,906 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 16,906 miles

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

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

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 GBO is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Silver with a 1,769cc 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 KU05 GBO, 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 GBO registered?

KU05 GBO is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 26 April 2005.

Is KU05 GBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU05 GBO shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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