CarVerify

Free Car Check

SB54 CVZ

2005 Nissan Almera

Silver Petrol 1497cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2020
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

43,336 mi
Last recorded43,336 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2020
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Nissan
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £12.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB54 CVZ
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Fail 3 Sep 2020 43,336 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened axle stabiliser bar (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack area (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 38,004 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and offside front (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 27 Aug 2019 37,997 miles

Brake performance not tested brake pipe burst N/S/R (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and offside front (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 5 Sep 2018 30,376 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2017 23,836 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 15,310 miles

power steering sweat at rack

Fail 6 Jul 2016 15,309 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement caliper siezed (3.5.1k)

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

both rear handbrake return springs missing

power steering sweat at rack

Pass 27 Jul 2015 13,908 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 12,090 miles

FLEXI HOSES COPRRODED

N/S/R BRAKE PIPE CORRODED

O/S/F TYRE 4MM

SLIGHT SWEAT AT STEERING RACK

Fail 4 Aug 2014 12,090 miles

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

FLEXI HOSES COPRRODED

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

N/S/R BRAKE PIPE CORRODED

O/S/F TYRE 4MM

SLIGHT SWEAT AT STEERING RACK

Pass 17 Jul 2013 10,453 miles

exhaust system deteriorated.

Fail 17 Jul 2013 10,453 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

exhaust system deteriorated.

Fail 16 Jul 2013 10,437 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Offside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 9,004 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2012 9,004 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2011 7,257 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 5,930 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 3,664 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2009 3,664 miles

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

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 22 Feb 2008 2,569 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
Full Nissan Almera reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

SB54 CVZ is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Silver with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 SB54 CVZ, 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

How do I check the history of SB54 CVZ?

You can check the full history of SB54 CVZ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SB54 CVZ registered?

SB54 CVZ is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 25 February 2005.

Is SB54 CVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB54 CVZ shows 20 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SB54 CVZ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on SB54 CVZ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.