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SP55 TVZ

2005 Nissan Almera

Silver Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

146,686 mi
Last recorded146,686 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP55 TVZ
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2018 146,686 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 0mm on inner edge, close to cords. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint steer rack (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 19 Jul 2018 146,532 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 0mm on inner edge, close to cords. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint steer rack (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 21 Jul 2017 142,417 miles

Condensation in N/S headlamp

O/S number plate lamp insecure

O/S washer jet partially blocked

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (0mm on inner edge close to cords) (4.1.E.1)

Fail 21 Jul 2017 142,415 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Exhaust centre section (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported Exhaust front pipe (7.1.1)

Condensation in N/S headlamp

O/S number plate lamp insecure

O/S washer jet partially blocked

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (0mm on inner edge close to cords) (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 137,590 miles

nearside headlight full of condensation, beam pattern just visible

rear tyres worn bald on inner edge, close to cords

Fail 22 Jul 2016 137,510 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

nearside headlight full of condensation, beam pattern just visible

rear tyres worn bald on inner edge, close to cords

Pass 23 Jul 2015 132,432 miles

advise wheel alignment check / adjust for tyre wear

both front tyres worn bald on inner edge, close to cords

light corrosion on rear sills

Pass 22 Jul 2014 122,846 miles

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

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

sump corroded and starting to weep oil

Pass 16 Jul 2013 108,065 miles

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

front brake discs lipped inner face

offside rear brake starting to bind with weight off car

Pass 16 Jul 2012 60,386 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2011 76,147 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

front wipers starting to split

Pass 7 Aug 2010 63,012 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 48,246 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2009 48,222 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Aug 2008 35,510 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 TVZ is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Silver with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 TVZ, 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 TVZ registered?

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

Is SP55 TVZ safe to buy?

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