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PK55 BYF

2005 Nissan Almera

Beige Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

45,887 mi
Last recorded45,887 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK55 BYF
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 45,887 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2024 45,404 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2023 44,729 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 44,035 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 43,318 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 42,653 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 42,097 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Dec 2018 40,700 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 39,397 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 38,137 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 36,816 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2015 36,816 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 35,448 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2014 35,448 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2013 33,814 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 32,430 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 31,031 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 29,927 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 28,887 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2009 27,781 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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PK55 BYF is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Beige with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 PK55 BYF, 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 PK55 BYF registered?

PK55 BYF is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 7 October 2005.

Is PK55 BYF safe to buy?

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