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LS05 FBV

2005 Nissan Almera

Grey Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2024
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

78,833 mi
Last recorded78,833 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS05 FBV
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2023 78,833 miles

Nearside Front Inner wheel liner slightly loose

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

Pass 3 Dec 2022 68,654 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2022 68,633 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

Steering rack damp

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2021 67,729 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Jul 2021 67,729 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim too low Both. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2020 66,294 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 64,250 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 64,250 miles

Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2018 61,252 miles
Fail 14 May 2018 61,252 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 18 May 2017 56,732 miles
Fail 18 May 2017 56,732 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 May 2016 51,579 miles

n.s. headlight dim

Fail 23 May 2016 51,579 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

n.s. headlight dim

Pass 13 May 2015 43,116 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 34,898 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 27,761 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 21,258 miles

brake fluid level getting low

front brake discs slightly lipped

n/s/f tyre outer sidewall cut

Pass 18 May 2011 11,228 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 10,262 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 1 Jun 2009 5,520 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 5,520 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 3,000 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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LS05 FBV 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 69.6%.

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 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 LS05 FBV, 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.

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What year was LS05 FBV registered?

LS05 FBV is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 27 May 2005.

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