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LY05 OTM

2005 Nissan Almera

Grey Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2026
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

99,544 mi
Last recorded99,544 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2025
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY05 OTM
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2025 99,544 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 10 Feb 2025 99,544 miles

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

Central Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2024 98,006 miles

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 22 Feb 2024 98,006 miles

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

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 16 Feb 2023 91,466 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))

Pass 25 Feb 2022 90,938 miles

oil leak

Fail 25 Feb 2022 90,938 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

oil leak

Pass 27 Feb 2021 82,402 miles

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

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

Rear Upper Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 27 Feb 2021 82,402 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

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

Rear Upper Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 26 Feb 2021 82,383 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault air bag (7.1.6 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2020 77,925 miles

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

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 70,136 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 60,938 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2018 60,938 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2017 56,026 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 50,755 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 46,190 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 41,041 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Feb 2013 34,545 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 27,357 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 21,934 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 16,434 miles

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

Fail 1 Mar 2010 16,434 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2009 13,090 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2009 13,087 miles

Offside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 11,277 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 OTM is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Grey with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 OTM, 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 LY05 OTM registered?

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

Is LY05 OTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY05 OTM shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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