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OU05 WFJ

2005 Nissan Almera

Black Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2021
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

117,596 mi
Last recorded117,596 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2020
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU05 WFJ
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2020 117,596 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

n/s & o/s outer sills plastic covers

n/s/r & o/s/r brake pads need changing soon

no warning lights on dash time of test

Fail 7 Mar 2020 117,553 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

n/s & o/s outer sills plastic covers

n/s/r & o/s/r brake pads need changing soon

no warning lights on dash time of test

Pass 11 Mar 2019 111,630 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

no warning lights on dash time of test

under trays fitted

Fail 11 Mar 2019 111,630 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

no warning lights on dash time of test

under trays fitted

Pass 12 Mar 2018 106,130 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

n/s & o/s outer covers sills plastic covers

Fail 12 Mar 2018 106,130 miles

Offside Front Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

n/s & o/s outer covers sills plastic covers

Pass 1 Mar 2017 99,570 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n/s/r fitted ()

n/s & o/s outer sills plastic covers

Pass 2 Mar 2016 94,162 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 90,715 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 88,264 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 79,691 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2013 79,691 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Fail 9 Mar 2012 71,102 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 71,102 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2011 65,894 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

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

both front brake discs slightly worn.

Pass 1 Mar 2010 56,355 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

rear numberplate starting to deteriorate.

Pass 13 Mar 2009 46,136 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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)

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

both front tyres scrubbing.

rear numberplate deteriorating.

Fail 12 Mar 2008 34,995 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2008 34,995 miles

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

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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OU05 WFJ is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Black with a 2,184cc diesel 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 OU05 WFJ, 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 OU05 WFJ registered?

OU05 WFJ is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 10 March 2005.

Is OU05 WFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU05 WFJ shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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