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MD05 LSU

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

94,022 mi
Last recorded94,022 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD05 LSU
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2017 94,022 miles

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

Fail 31 May 2017 94,020 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2016 87,588 miles

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

Rear brake discs slight corrosion

Fail 14 Jun 2016 87,588 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear brake discs slight corrosion

Pass 9 Jun 2015 81,000 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both rear tyres perished slightly in tread pattern

exhaust system corroded

rear shock absorber dust gaiters perished/split

wipers smear screen slightly

Pass 16 Jun 2014 74,607 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 66,081 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front wipers smearing

Pass 22 May 2012 58,099 miles
Fail 22 May 2012 58,099 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 20 Jun 2011 49,672 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 49,672 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 41,163 miles
Fail 10 May 2010 40,281 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 30,547 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 18,463 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2008 18,463 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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MD05 LSU is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 MD05 LSU, 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 MD05 LSU registered?

MD05 LSU is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 13 August 2005.

Is MD05 LSU safe to buy?

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