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OY55 BLN

2005 Nissan Almera

Black Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

33,706 mi
Last recorded33,706 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY55 BLN
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 33,706 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2024 33,388 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both lens faded / output ok (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively and pitted and scored (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 31 Oct 2023 33,182 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 33,013 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 32,837 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Nov 2020 32,497 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 32,006 miles

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Parking brake efficiency only just met. System may require repair or adjustment

Fail 16 Jul 2019 32,006 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 7 Apr 2018 31,585 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. System may require repair or adjustment

Pass 31 Jan 2017 31,076 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 29,876 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2016 29,873 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 23 Jan 2015 27,175 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 25,981 miles

slight cracking to both front tyres and nearside rear

Pass 28 Jan 2013 23,660 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 14 Jan 2013 23,654 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 13 Jan 2012 19,037 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 17,165 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 14,701 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 8,120 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 8,120 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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OY55 BLN is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Black with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 OY55 BLN, 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 OY55 BLN registered?

OY55 BLN is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 17 October 2005.

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