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SP05 RJO

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

37,681 mi
Last recorded37,681 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP05 RJO
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 37,681 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 37,609 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2020 37,595 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Pass 5 Apr 2019 36,295 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2019 36,295 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 34,902 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 32,800 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 29,509 miles

items removed from drivers view

Pass 13 Apr 2015 26,333 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 8 Apr 2014 23,535 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 20,955 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2013 20,899 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Fail 5 Apr 2012 18,087 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 18,087 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 15,317 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 12,233 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 9,072 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 7,992 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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SP05 RJO is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SP05 RJO, 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 SP05 RJO registered?

SP05 RJO is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is SP05 RJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP05 RJO shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SP05 RJO have outstanding finance?

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