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NB05 OLJ

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

65,900 mi
Last recorded65,900 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2021
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNB05 OLJ
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Fail 27 Aug 2021 65,900 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Sep 2020 64,908 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2020 64,908 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 63,953 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2019 63,918 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 10 Oct 2018 56,430 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 50,774 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 41,035 miles

slight cracks in 2x rear tyres

Pass 9 Oct 2015 32,616 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2014 25,223 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 22,387 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2013 22,387 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 21,129 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 19,601 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 17,840 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 15,452 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 13,300 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 10,755 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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NB05 OLJ is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 NB05 OLJ, 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 NB05 OLJ registered?

NB05 OLJ is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is NB05 OLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for NB05 OLJ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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