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KU05 HNR

2005 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

124,557 mi
Last recorded124,557 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU05 HNR
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 124,557 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2024 121,001 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 114,782 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 114,675 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 114,288 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 114,021 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2018 113,687 miles

both headlight lenses started to fade

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

rear wiper blade split

Fail 14 Feb 2018 113,687 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

both headlight lenses started to fade

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

rear wiper blade split

Pass 7 Feb 2017 113,183 miles

both headlight lenses starting to fade

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

Pass 25 Feb 2016 112,104 miles

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

Fail 25 Feb 2016 112,104 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Fail 2 Mar 2015 110,686 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 110,686 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 101,161 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2013 91,589 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2012 80,762 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 20 Feb 2012 80,762 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2011 68,626 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 68,626 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2010 55,599 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 42,260 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2008 30,021 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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KU05 HNR is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 KU05 HNR, 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 HNR registered?

KU05 HNR is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 5 March 2005.

Is KU05 HNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU05 HNR shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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