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SN55 CTA

2006 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

89,731 mi
Last recorded89,731 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2018
Typical for 2006 Nissan Almera58,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN55 CTA
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 8 Aug 2018 89,731 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Power steering component leaking steering rack area (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 84,445 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 81,303 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2016 81,303 miles

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

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2015 76,696 miles

Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 71,018 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2013 65,153 miles

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

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

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

rear wiper blade split

Pass 24 Jul 2013 65,153 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)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

rear wiper blade split

Pass 24 Jul 2012 55,394 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 42,329 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 32,591 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2009 19,911 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 19,507 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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SN55 CTA is a 2006 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2006 Nissan Almera models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 58,736 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 SN55 CTA, 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 20 years old, this Nissan Almera is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SN55 CTA registered?

SN55 CTA is a 2006 Nissan Almera, first registered on 23 January 2006.

Is SN55 CTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN55 CTA shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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