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MJ05 BCV

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

87,435 mi
Last recorded87,435 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ05 BCV
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2019 87,435 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 83,508 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 79,814 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 72,503 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2014 66,140 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 9 Mar 2013 59,269 miles

o/s mirror secured with tape

o/s/f bumper slightly damaged

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Mar 2013 59,269 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

o/s mirror secured with tape

o/s/f bumper slightly damaged

Pass 23 Mar 2012 46,438 miles

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 28 Mar 2011 36,533 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 25,434 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 21,012 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 16,987 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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MJ05 BCV is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 MJ05 BCV, 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 MJ05 BCV registered?

MJ05 BCV is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 9 May 2005.

Is MJ05 BCV safe to buy?

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