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SC54 FTJ

2005 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2013
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

109,008 mi
Last recorded109,008 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2012
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC54 FTJ
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 11 Oct 2012 109,008 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Oct 2012 109,008 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 96,638 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2010 86,431 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2010 86,431 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Both Rear brake discs are slightly pitted

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

Offside Front tyre will need attention in the near future

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Jul 2009 56,891 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2009 56,891 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Dec 2007 16,616 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 17 Dec 2007 16,572 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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SC54 FTJ is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 SC54 FTJ, 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 SC54 FTJ registered?

SC54 FTJ is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 14 January 2005.

Is SC54 FTJ safe to buy?

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