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R20 JSJ

2005 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

67,609 mi
Last recorded67,609 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR20 JSJ
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 67,609 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2025 67,609 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2024 66,505 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2023 65,510 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2022 64,408 miles

both side front tyres wearing on inner edge

Fail 12 Sep 2022 64,408 miles

Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

both side front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 4 Oct 2021 63,311 miles

both side front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 18 Sep 2020 61,333 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2020 61,333 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2019 58,885 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 56,899 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 55,163 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 51,646 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 49,044 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 46,474 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 43,260 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 40,492 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 36,494 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 36,494 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 32,901 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2009 28,645 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 24,815 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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R20 JSJ is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R20 JSJ, 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 R20 JSJ registered?

R20 JSJ is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 19 May 2005.

Is R20 JSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R20 JSJ shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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