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SC54 JOJ

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

88,347 mi
Last recorded88,347 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC54 JOJ
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2025 88,347 miles

Central Front Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) NSF/OSF ()

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded NSR/OSR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 15 Apr 2025 88,347 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Central Front Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) NSF/OSF ()

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded NSR/OSR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Feb 2024 88,132 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) OSF/NSF ()

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

Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 20 Jan 2023 83,968 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 20 Jan 2023 83,968 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 82,424 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 13 Dec 2021 82,424 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 Dec 2020 81,047 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 79,670 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 77,304 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2018 77,301 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2017 74,740 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 70,764 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 67,463 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 63,031 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 58,706 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 53,651 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 49,418 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 43,996 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2009 38,637 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2008 32,203 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 26,457 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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SC54 JOJ is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,497cc 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 SC54 JOJ, 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 JOJ registered?

SC54 JOJ is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 8 January 2005.

Is SC54 JOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC54 JOJ 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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