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SP55 TBZ

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

79,602 mi
Last recorded79,602 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2020 79,602 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 75,459 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2018 83,136 miles

Oil leak sump area ()

Pass 3 Mar 2017 66,476 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 60,518 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 56,000 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 52,374 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Fail 10 Apr 2014 52,374 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2013 48,529 miles

front number plate cracked

nearside headlamp light output reduced

wetness at steering rack

Pass 12 Apr 2012 45,262 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 45,262 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 40,502 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2010 32,069 miles

both nearside tyre sidewalls cut

Fail 28 Apr 2010 32,068 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

both nearside tyre sidewalls cut

Fail 24 Apr 2009 26,158 miles

rear brakes binding

rear wiper torn

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 26,158 miles

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

rear brakes binding

rear wiper torn

Pass 25 Sep 2008 23,133 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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SP55 TBZ 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 76.5%.

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 SP55 TBZ, 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 TBZ registered?

SP55 TBZ is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 27 September 2005.

Is SP55 TBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP55 TBZ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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