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SP55 SXU

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2015
Tests14 (7 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

105,638 mi
Last recorded105,638 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2014
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP55 SXU
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2014 105,638 miles

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

Sump pan corroded and leaking oil

Fail 14 Nov 2014 105,637 miles

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

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Engine management light on

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

Sump pan corroded and leaking oil

Pass 14 Nov 2013 98,349 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear nearside lamp outer lens broken

nearside rear tyre perished on tread area

offside rear tyre perished on tread area

sengine sump rusty and slight oil leak

Fail 14 Nov 2013 98,349 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear nearside lamp outer lens broken

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside rear tyre perished on tread area

offside rear tyre perished on tread area

sengine sump rusty and slight oil leak

Pass 20 Nov 2012 91,074 miles

nearside rear lens cover broken

Fail 20 Nov 2012 91,071 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front Service brake grabbing severely (3.7.C.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

nearside rear lens cover broken

Pass 23 Nov 2011 81,318 miles

Exhaust Heat Shield Loose.

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Fail 16 Nov 2011 81,127 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust Heat Shield Loose.

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear Wiper Blade Torn.

Spare tyre defective

Pass 26 Nov 2010 70,750 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Fail 24 Nov 2010 76,739 miles

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

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

tail gate support struts leaking, not holding tailgate open

Pass 3 Dec 2009 57,886 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2009 57,886 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

Fail 27 Oct 2008 43,589 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not in a clean condition but function not impaired (1.1.4a)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 43,589 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not in a clean condition but function not impaired (1.1.4a)

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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SP55 SXU is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SP55 SXU, 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 SP55 SXU registered?

SP55 SXU is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 22 September 2005.

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