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SJ05 OTM

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

145,810 mi
Last recorded145,810 miles
Recorded on18 May 2021
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ05 OTM
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2021 145,810 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 123,191 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 99,854 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 77,627 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 71,227 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 67,557 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 63,362 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)

Fail 18 May 2015 63,362 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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 23 May 2014 59,301 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Fail 23 May 2014 59,301 miles

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2013 55,252 miles

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

Fail 15 Jul 2013 55,252 miles

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

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 60,855 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 44,485 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 54,965 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 33,734 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 28,349 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 19,178 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)

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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SJ05 OTM is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SJ05 OTM, 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 SJ05 OTM registered?

SJ05 OTM is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 8 March 2005.

Is SJ05 OTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ05 OTM shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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