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NC05 HFS

2005 Nissan Almera

Grey Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2021
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

89,132 mi
Last recorded89,132 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2021
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC05 HFS
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Fail 18 Aug 2021 89,132 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

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

advise front shock absorbers generally fitted as pairs

advise on condition of front damper dust covers recommend replacement

advise very minor exhaust blow from front pipe to middle section gasket

topped up engine oil to carry out exhaust emmissions test

Pass 17 Sep 2020 84,717 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe to middle section gasket has very minor leak monitor (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

advise o/s door mirror cover missing

advise shock absorbers generally fitted as pairs

Pass 16 Aug 2019 81,098 miles

advise topped up engine oil to carry out emissions test

Pass 10 Aug 2018 77,716 miles

Adjust internal headlamp height switch

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

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

Some deterioration to Aux drive belt

Pass 2 Aug 2017 74,217 miles

advise engine oil level a little low

advise on condition of front damper dust covers

Pass 12 Aug 2016 70,774 miles

advise rear brake pads borderline pass on m o t recommend replacement

Fail 12 Aug 2016 70,774 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

advise on rear wiper condition

advise rear brake pads borderline pass on m o t recommend replacement

Pass 28 Jul 2015 66,937 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2015 66,937 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2014 62,286 miles

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

advise on o/s rear tyre outer sidewall showing signs of ageing monitor

Pass 8 Jul 2013 57,444 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 57,444 miles

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

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

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

advise front brake pads borderline pass on m o t reccomend replacement a s a p

Fail 26 Jul 2012 51,922 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2012 51,922 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 44,486 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 36,092 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2010 36,092 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2009 27,714 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 20,535 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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NC05 HFS is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Grey with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 NC05 HFS, 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 NC05 HFS registered?

NC05 HFS is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 16 June 2005.

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