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PF05 XZJ

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

98,492 mi
Last recorded98,492 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF05 XZJ
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 98,492 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 6 Jun 2026 98,492 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2025 97,200 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 95,111 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2024 95,116 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 91,996 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 88,597 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 84,520 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 80,677 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 76,866 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 72,429 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 66,832 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 61,720 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 56,507 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 51,928 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2014 51,928 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 46,614 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2012 39,995 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 23 Jun 2011 33,950 miles

n/s dip beam slightly dim

Pass 22 Jun 2010 27,154 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2009 20,159 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 20,131 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 12,121 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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PF05 XZJ is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,769cc 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 PF05 XZJ, 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 PF05 XZJ registered?

PF05 XZJ is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 5 August 2005.

Is PF05 XZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF05 XZJ shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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