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LY05 FKO

2005 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

108,589 mi
Last recorded108,589 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY05 FKO
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 108,589 miles

Front Lower PS Fluid seepage

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

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 27 Nov 2024 104,346 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN SMOOTH at inner and outer tread (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner tread worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Nov 2024 104,346 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction phone holder (3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN SMOOTH at inner and outer tread (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner tread worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Oct 2023 102,631 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 91,136 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 6 Sep 2021 88,054 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

front inner pads and discs wearing thin

Pass 7 Sep 2020 85,835 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2020 85,835 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Sep 2019 80,398 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2019 80,398 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2018 73,087 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2018 73,087 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2017 66,696 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 60,134 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2016 60,134 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Aug 2015 52,983 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 45,759 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 41,036 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 36,076 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 35,326 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 29,275 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 9 Jun 2009 23,324 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 16,108 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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LY05 FKO is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 LY05 FKO, 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 LY05 FKO registered?

LY05 FKO is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 17 June 2005.

Is LY05 FKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY05 FKO shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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