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SP05 WRU

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

124,916 mi
Last recorded124,916 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2023
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2023 124,916 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2022 109,599 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2021 93,028 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 9 Sep 2021 93,027 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 26 Sep 2020 90,566 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 86,657 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2019 86,656 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jun 2018 84,949 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT AND REAR METAL BRAKE PIPES (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Feb 2015 84,201 miles

both front tyres cracked and perished

Pass 1 Mar 2014 80,270 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 72,917 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 66,638 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2012 66,638 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 62,149 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 52,617 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 41,497 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 30,286 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 WRU is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 WRU, 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 WRU registered?

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

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