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LY05 OBD

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

123,420 mi
Last recorded123,420 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY05 OBD
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 123,420 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2024 121,433 miles

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

Pass 30 Dec 2023 119,830 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2022 117,228 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2021 112,891 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2021 112,882 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Dec 2020 108,363 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2020 108,363 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2019 100,562 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2018 89,747 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2017 79,086 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 65,169 miles

nearside dipped headlight pattern weak

parking brake travel high

Fail 30 Jun 2016 65,169 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

nearside dipped headlight pattern weak

parking brake travel high

Pass 2 Jun 2015 50,290 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 40,942 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 38,007 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 34,939 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 31,238 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 27,131 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 22,597 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 18,386 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 OBD is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 OBD, 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 OBD registered?

LY05 OBD is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 31 July 2005.

Is LY05 OBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY05 OBD shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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