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MA05 HVU

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

46,152 mi
Last recorded46,152 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2013
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA05 HVU
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2013 46,152 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 33,252 miles

damage to front bumper

damage to nearside rear door

damage to offside front door

damage to rear bumper

Fail 23 Jun 2011 30,277 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 23 Jun 2011 30,277 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2010 24,151 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 25 Jun 2009 19,612 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 19,612 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 15,350 miles

bothg wiper blades torn on edge but clearing sreen ok

Fail 27 Jun 2008 15,350 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

bothg wiper blades torn on edge but clearing sreen ok

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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MA05 HVU is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 MA05 HVU, 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 MA05 HVU registered?

MA05 HVU is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 28 June 2005.

Is MA05 HVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA05 HVU shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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