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SK05 ZYW

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

118,447 mi
Last recorded118,447 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2019
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK05 ZYW
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2019 118,447 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front headlamp image on dip beam not sharp

Nearside Upper slight body damage

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 106,775 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2018 106,761 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 92,986 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 82,979 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 69,699 miles

n/s/r tyre cracking

Pass 11 Jul 2014 57,735 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 45,736 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 72,816 miles

Front brake discs corroded.

Oil leak

Fail 14 Aug 2012 72,816 miles

Front brake discs corroded.

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

Oil leak

Pass 18 Aug 2011 40,009 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2011 40,009 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Aug 2010 35,787 miles

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

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 1 Sep 2009 33,710 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 29,103 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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SK05 ZYW is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SK05 ZYW, 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 SK05 ZYW registered?

SK05 ZYW is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 30 April 2005.

Is SK05 ZYW safe to buy?

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