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OU04 XXR

2005 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

104,009 mi
Last recorded104,009 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2023
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU04 XXR
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2023 104,009 miles

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

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

corrosion under side vehicle in places

off side rear light unit damaged

Fail 15 Jun 2023 103,959 miles

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

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

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

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

corrosion under side vehicle in places

off side rear light unit damaged

Pass 18 Jun 2022 95,315 miles

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

corrosion under side vehicle in places

Fail 18 Jun 2022 95,315 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

corrosion under side vehicle in places

Pass 12 Aug 2021 88,002 miles

Both front tyres are worn low (3mm).

Exhaust heatshield is loose.

Nearside numberplate light is not working.

Offside track rod end dust cover is split.

Pass 22 Aug 2020 82,512 miles

Fuel pipe is corroding.

Fail 21 Aug 2020 82,512 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Fuel pipe is corroding.

Pass 4 Apr 2019 73,719 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Corrosion to rear inner sills

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively Close to excessive (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn edges, heavily inner (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Apr 2018 67,003 miles

rear inner sills corroded

Pass 4 Apr 2017 63,369 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2016 61,124 miles

Offside headlamp intensity poor

Fail 7 Apr 2016 61,124 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 58,001 miles

front exhaust pipe heat shield insecure & vibrating

rear wheels binding slightly

Pass 10 Apr 2014 54,907 miles

Offside front tyre wearing low on edges

Pass 5 Apr 2013 50,998 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 45,340 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 39,422 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 36,796 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 36,796 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 33,380 miles

O/S/F very worn on outer edges (tread not cut as deep as centre 3/4), also deep cut in tread (not exposing cords). Recommend replacing A.S.A.P

Pass 10 Apr 2008 29,974 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 24,639 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 24,639 miles

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

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

VIN number & trim level both incorrect on V5

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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OU04 XXR is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 OU04 XXR, 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 OU04 XXR registered?

OU04 XXR is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 1 February 2005.

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