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SP05 WPY

2005 Nissan Almera

Grey Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

134,486 mi
Last recorded134,486 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP05 WPY
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2020 134,486 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 129,677 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front ABS wiring fouling[incorrect routing]

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

fuel pipes corroded

surface corrosion to underside of vehicle

Fail 9 Sep 2019 129,677 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front ABS wiring fouling[incorrect routing]

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

fuel pipes corroded

surface corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 6 Sep 2018 125,222 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

heavy surface corrosion to parts of underside

oil contamination at steering rack

rear brake backplates corroded

Pass 1 Sep 2017 119,973 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

corrosion on underside and suspension

Pass 18 Aug 2016 108,805 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 97,704 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 92,191 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 79,437 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 70,548 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 70,548 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2011 60,635 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 52,288 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 42,799 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 32,101 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 WPY is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Grey with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 WPY, 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.

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What year was SP05 WPY registered?

SP05 WPY is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 2 March 2005.

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