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MW05 XRA

2005 Nissan Almera

Grey Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

91,145 mi
Last recorded91,145 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW05 XRA
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 91,145 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

front bumper as damage

Pass 6 Aug 2025 82,645 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Aug 2025 82,645 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2024 73,994 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2024 73,994 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2023 66,233 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 60,568 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2022 60,568 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 55,257 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2021 55,257 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2020 46,987 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 41,207 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 33,813 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 32,540 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 30,343 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 26,135 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2015 26,135 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2014 24,614 miles

rear tyres deteriorated/cracking slightly

Pass 23 Jul 2013 23,099 miles

N/S/R Tyre cracking on outter edge but is not showing cords

O/S/R Tyre cracking on outter edge but is not showing cords

Fail 23 Jul 2013 23,099 miles

N/S/R Tyre cracking on outter edge but is not showing cords

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

O/S/R Tyre cracking on outter edge but is not showing cords

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

Pass 17 Jul 2012 21,173 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 19,117 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 16,893 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2010 16,831 miles

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jul 2009 14,240 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 11,457 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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MW05 XRA is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Grey with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 MW05 XRA, 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 MW05 XRA registered?

MW05 XRA is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 3 August 2005.

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