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SH55 AFV

2005 Nissan Almera

Beige Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2018
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

137,638 mi
Last recorded137,638 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH55 AFV
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Fail 3 Nov 2018 137,638 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

slight weep from p.a.s rack

Pass 21 Sep 2017 131,222 miles

long handbrake travel

Pass 29 Jan 2016 118,399 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2016 118,399 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Jan 2016 118,175 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Dec 2014 114,021 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2014 114,021 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Dec 2013 104,290 miles

o/s/r tyre on limit

Fail 19 Dec 2013 104,290 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s/r tyre on limit

Pass 10 Dec 2012 94,754 miles

o/s/r tyre low

rear brake pads wearing thin

Fail 10 Dec 2012 94,754 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

o/s/r tyre low

rear brake pads wearing thin

Pass 28 Dec 2011 84,479 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2011 84,479 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 16 Dec 2010 73,077 miles

all pads getting low

Fail 5 Jan 2010 64,350 miles

Exhaust System Rusting

Front Barke PAds Low

Front Brake Discs Lipped

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Jan 2010 64,350 miles

Exhaust System Rusting

Front Barke PAds Low

Front Brake Discs Lipped

Pass 25 Nov 2008 49,093 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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SH55 AFV is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Beige with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

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 SH55 AFV, 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 SH55 AFV registered?

SH55 AFV is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 25 November 2005.

Is SH55 AFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH55 AFV shows 17 tests with a 52.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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