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LC05 XJE

2005 Nissan Almera

Silver Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

119,762 mi
Last recorded119,762 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2025
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC05 XJE
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2025 119,762 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Sep 2024 118,214 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 9 Sep 2023 113,751 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both side (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Rear rear fuel pipe corroded

brake line corroded

Fail 9 Sep 2023 113,751 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both side (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

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

Rear rear fuel pipe corroded

brake line corroded

Pass 7 Sep 2022 109,704 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear cracked

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Fuel hose deteriorated (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Sep 2021 106,365 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel hose deteriorated (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 102,802 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2020 102,802 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2019 100,478 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 98,620 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2018 98,560 miles

Front Anti-roll bar missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Sep 2017 96,189 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 4 Sep 2017 96,189 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 93,555 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit cracking outer wall (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 89,905 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 28 Aug 2014 86,131 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 83,185 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Sep 2012 79,326 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 70,409 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 58,352 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 42,197 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 28,317 miles

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

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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LC05 XJE is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Silver with a 1,497cc 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 LC05 XJE, 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 LC05 XJE registered?

LC05 XJE is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 27 July 2005.

Is LC05 XJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC05 XJE 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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