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OY05 BYT

2005 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

94,277 mi
Last recorded94,277 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2020
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY05 BYT
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2020 94,277 miles

Nearside Front Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 88,312 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2018 81,692 miles

Offside Front Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Jul 2018 81,692 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Offside Front Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 73,878 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear pipe to silencer (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 64,816 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2015 56,824 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 50,071 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 42,558 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 36,828 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Jun 2011 31,763 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 22,582 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 15,169 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 11,578 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 11,578 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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OY05 BYT is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 OY05 BYT, 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 OY05 BYT registered?

OY05 BYT is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 14 April 2005.

Is OY05 BYT safe to buy?

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