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SG55 GTU

2005 Nissan Almera

Grey Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

146,729 mi
Last recorded146,729 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2021
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG55 GTU
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2021 146,729 miles

FRONT NUMBER PLATE CRACKED

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively ON INNER FACE (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Aug 2021 146,719 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn ON OUTER FACE (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

FRONT NUMBER PLATE CRACKED

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively ON INNER FACE (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 137,557 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 55,830 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 115,611 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 103,279 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 98,957 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2015 88,571 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2015 88,562 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 74,870 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front brake discs corroded

Pass 30 Jun 2012 67,066 miles

n/s front brake sticking slightly

Fail 30 Jun 2012 67,066 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 17 May 2011 59,473 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 53,391 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 45,877 miles

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

Offside 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 15 Aug 2008 38,327 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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SG55 GTU is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Grey with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 SG55 GTU, 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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What year was SG55 GTU registered?

SG55 GTU is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 21 September 2005.

Is SG55 GTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG55 GTU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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