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MF05 BKU

2005 Nissan Almera

Black Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

108,013 mi
Last recorded108,013 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2013
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF05 BKU
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2013 108,013 miles

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

Fail 29 Jul 2013 107,903 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 Mar 2012 900,212 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 70,140 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 70,140 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Mar 2010 50,932 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Mar 2009 32,191 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 21,616 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2008 21,616 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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MF05 BKU is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Black with a 2,184cc diesel 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 MF05 BKU, 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 MF05 BKU registered?

MF05 BKU is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is MF05 BKU safe to buy?

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