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LM05 YMF

2005 Nissan Almera

Grey Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

56,885 mi
Last recorded56,885 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM05 YMF
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 56,885 miles

Exhaust heat shield loose

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Nov 2025 56,881 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust heat shield loose

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2024 52,139 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2024 52,139 miles

Headlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 48,261 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 44,302 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 40,002 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 36,046 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 32,668 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

both headlight lenses slightly defective

Fail 26 Nov 2019 32,668 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

both headlight lenses slightly defective

Pass 20 Nov 2018 23,071 miles

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

both rear tyres perishing

Pass 27 Nov 2017 14,454 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2017 14,454 miles

Central Rear Upper Registration plate lamp not working High Level (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Sep 2017 14,361 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has slight cracks on inner side wall but no cord exposed

Pass 18 Aug 2016 13,802 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 12,889 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 12,175 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 11,235 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 10,508 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 9,432 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 8,323 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 6,525 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 5,273 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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LM05 YMF is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Grey with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 LM05 YMF, 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 LM05 YMF registered?

LM05 YMF is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 26 August 2005.

Is LM05 YMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM05 YMF shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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