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SP55 TEV

2005 Nissan Almera

Black Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

102,316 mi
Last recorded102,316 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP55 TEV
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2019 102,316 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and osr tyre perished and has nail (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

front exhaust bracket broken and heat shield is loose

oil sump corroded and has mist of oil

Pass 4 Apr 2018 95,782 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 94,744 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2017 94,744 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Apr 2016 90,982 miles

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 21 Mar 2015 87,074 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 87,074 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Oil leak

Pass 4 Apr 2014 83,820 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Mar 2013 80,484 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 76,268 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 76,268 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 71,885 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 61,392 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 47,590 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 TEV is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Black with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 TEV, 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 TEV registered?

SP55 TEV is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is SP55 TEV safe to buy?

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