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SA05 XSG

2005 Nissan Almera

Silver Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

35,694 mi
Last recorded35,694 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA05 XSG
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 35,694 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2024 35,123 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2023 34,572 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 34,323 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

rear exhaust slight deteriorated

Fail 30 Nov 2022 34,321 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick AND INNER (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 27 Nov 2021 33,888 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 33,695 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 33,233 miles

front nearside and offside tyre slight deteriorated

Pass 5 Jun 2018 31,985 miles

Nearside Front dip beam light intensity poor

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

both rear tyres starting to crack up between tread

front tyres of winter design and being ripped apart

Pass 31 May 2017 30,027 miles

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

Fail 30 May 2017 30,027 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking steering rack (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2016 27,993 miles

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

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

oil leak

Fail 7 Jun 2016 27,990 miles

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

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

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

oil leak

Pass 10 Jun 2015 25,528 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 22,787 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 31 May 2013 20,353 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 17,425 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 15,336 miles

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

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

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

Fail 13 Apr 2010 12,717 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 13 Apr 2010 12,717 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 9,420 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 7,206 miles

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge, requires monitoring

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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SA05 XSG is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Silver 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 SA05 XSG, 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 SA05 XSG registered?

SA05 XSG is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 22 April 2005.

Is SA05 XSG safe to buy?

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