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SM05 JRU

2005 Nissan Almera

Grey Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

49,816 mi
Last recorded49,816 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM05 JRU
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2016 49,816 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 May 2015 43,059 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 27,174 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 2 Jul 2013 24,659 miles

n/s/f brake slightly binding on

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 24,659 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

n/s/f brake slightly binding on

Pass 5 Jul 2012 21,458 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 19,117 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 15,664 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 12,304 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 8,808 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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SM05 JRU is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Grey with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SM05 JRU, 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 SM05 JRU registered?

SM05 JRU is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 18 July 2005.

Is SM05 JRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM05 JRU shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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