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PJ05 LYX

2005 Nissan Almera

Silver Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2020
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

56,607 mi
Last recorded56,607 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ05 LYX
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2019 56,607 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2019 56,607 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 54,838 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2018 54,838 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Join between middle and rear (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 53,023 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2017 53,023 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 49,815 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2016 49,815 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2015 47,342 miles

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

Fail 12 Aug 2015 47,342 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 45,328 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 41,909 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2013 41,909 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2012 39,117 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2011 33,693 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2010 34,681 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 33,155 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 28 Aug 2008 31,889 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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PJ05 LYX is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Silver with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 PJ05 LYX, 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 PJ05 LYX registered?

PJ05 LYX is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is PJ05 LYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ05 LYX shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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