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LY05 OBC

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

91,592 mi
Last recorded91,592 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY05 OBC
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2017 91,592 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

both front head lamp intensity's weak

brake servo asistance runs out after 4 pumps of foot brake

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 27 Jun 2016 83,431 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 83,431 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 77,449 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2015 77,448 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2014 71,552 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 64,790 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 64,790 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

NEARSIDE REAR TYRE WALL CRACKING.

Nail in rear tyre

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

Pass 19 Jun 2012 58,659 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 58,659 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 52,203 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 47,205 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2009 39,567 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Jul 2008 28,902 miles

Both rear tyres on 4mm with inner tread bald & outer wearing

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 OBC is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LY05 OBC, 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 OBC registered?

LY05 OBC is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 25 July 2005.

Is LY05 OBC safe to buy?

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