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NJ05 XOB

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

74,260 mi
Last recorded74,260 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ05 XOB
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 74,260 miles

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2025 67,729 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 20 Feb 2025 67,729 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Mar 2024 57,299 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 54,068 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 53,690 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 53,175 miles

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

rusting on and near suspension in places

Pass 18 Feb 2020 52,885 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 18 Feb 2020 52,885 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 51,738 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 50,736 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 49,167 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 46,844 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 44,133 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 41,413 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 38,356 miles

both front tyre treads wearing on edges-treads 2-3mm in places

rear brake pads starting to get low

tiny chips on screen

Pass 24 Feb 2012 34,318 miles

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

n/s/r tyre tread unevenly worn and getting low in places

Pass 4 Mar 2011 29,425 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 24,350 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 20,378 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 15,949 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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NJ05 XOB is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 NJ05 XOB, 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 NJ05 XOB registered?

NJ05 XOB is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 10 March 2005.

Is NJ05 XOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ05 XOB shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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