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MJ05 ZYF

2005 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

123,100 mi
Last recorded123,100 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ05 ZYF
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2023 123,100 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has cuts in tread and going out of shape

Pass 4 Aug 2022 119,524 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Aug 2022 119,524 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 116,043 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Aug 2021 116,043 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 113,348 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2020 113,348 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 107,799 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Oil leak, but not excessive Driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 7 Aug 2019 107,799 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged Deep cuts in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Oil leak, but not excessive Driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 98,915 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 89,814 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 78,937 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 67,931 miles

front brake pads wearing thin

Pass 16 Aug 2014 57,412 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2014 57,412 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2014 54,573 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Jan 2013 43,189 miles

N/S/R number plate light intermitant in opperation

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

Rear brake pads getting low

Tail gate wiper blade split

Pass 17 Jan 2012 30,178 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 15,042 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 1,639 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 1,314 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 1,209 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 ZYF is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 ZYF, 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 MJ05 ZYF registered?

MJ05 ZYF is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 23 May 2005.

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