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NL05 RHU

2005 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

70,542 mi
Last recorded70,542 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL05 RHU
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 70,542 miles

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2025 62,262 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Jul 2024 58,174 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2023 54,962 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2022 51,574 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Jul 2022 51,574 miles

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

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 48,179 miles

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

Brake lining(s) wearing thin Offside front inners (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres 3mm of tread approx (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 46,153 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Offside inner rack boot area (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 12 Aug 2020 46,151 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Offside inner rack boot area (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 41,425 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Inner rack area light misting (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 18 Mar 2019 41,425 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Inner rack area light misting (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 1 Mar 2018 35,196 miles

Both front tyres 3mm of tread approx worn on inner edges no visible tread

Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint Inner rack area light misting (2.3.3b)

Pass 6 Mar 2017 31,698 miles

oil misting around offside steering gaiter.

x2 front tyres inner edges worn

Pass 16 Mar 2016 28,906 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 25,734 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2014 22,177 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 19,801 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2013 19,800 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 18,823 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 17,439 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 15,670 miles

exhaust plate loose on exhaust

Pass 17 Mar 2009 12,385 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 8,847 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 RHU is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 RHU, 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 RHU registered?

NL05 RHU is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is NL05 RHU safe to buy?

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