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NL05 BJF

2005 Nissan Almera

Silver Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

95,982 mi
Last recorded95,982 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL05 BJF
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 95,982 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2024 95,221 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 94,586 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 13 Dec 2022 93,415 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 91,998 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2021 91,998 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2020 90,827 miles

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2019 89,685 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2019 89,685 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2018 87,715 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 85,664 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 83,704 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 14 Jan 2017 83,704 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 16 Jan 2016 81,357 miles

Misting of oil around power steering rack

Pass 12 Jan 2015 77,669 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Jan 2015 77,663 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2014 73,921 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2013 70,483 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jan 2013 70,483 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 66,233 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2011 6,339 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 52,336 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 38,354 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 23,522 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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NL05 BJF is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Silver with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 NL05 BJF, 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 NL05 BJF registered?

NL05 BJF is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 7 March 2005.

Is NL05 BJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL05 BJF shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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