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SB05 JSZ

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

99,471 mi
Last recorded99,471 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB05 JSZ
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2016 99,471 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx 3mm @ 185/65 r15 88T (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx 3mm @ 185/65 r15 88T (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced dip beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 8 Jun 2016 99,443 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part fouling ABS wiring during lock to lock (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx 3mm @ 185/65 r15 88T (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx 3mm @ 185/65 r15 88T (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced dip beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 30 May 2016 99,313 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Track rod end loose adjusting nut insecure (2.2.B.1d) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component gaiter damp (2.3.3b)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 May 2015 91,605 miles

nsf/osr/nsr tyres perished

Fail 12 May 2015 91,605 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

nsf/osr/nsr tyres perished

Pass 16 May 2014 84,572 miles

os/ns front tyres close to limit

Fail 8 May 2014 84,572 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

os/ns front tyres close to limit

Pass 2 May 2013 73,531 miles

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

Fail 26 Apr 2013 73,267 miles

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2012 55,165 miles

Exhaust system rusty

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

Rear discs rusty

Pass 15 Mar 2011 39,204 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

all brake discs corroded

Pass 16 Jun 2010 36,543 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 30,664 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 22,094 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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SB05 JSZ is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 SB05 JSZ, 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.

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SB05 JSZ is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 15 June 2005.

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