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SP55 XGW

2005 Nissan Almera

Grey Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2021
Tests23 (13 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate56.5%

Mileage

87,058 mi
Last recorded87,058 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP55 XGW
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 10 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2020 87,058 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2020 87,058 miles

Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 81,787 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front tyre worn on edges

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 74,253 miles

Coil spring corroded all 4 springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 31 Aug 2018 74,253 miles

Coil spring corroded all 4 springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 67,550 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2017 67,550 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2016 63,814 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2016 63,814 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to tear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Sep 2015 59,253 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 58,943 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 54,330 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2014 54,330 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 50,600 miles

hand brake is high

o/s/r wheel is slightly binding

Fail 24 Sep 2013 50,600 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

hand brake is high

o/s/r wheel is slightly binding

Pass 26 Sep 2012 46,029 miles

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

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

hand brake is high

n/s/f washer jet is blocked

o/s/f wheel is slightly binding

o/s/r wheel is slightly binding

Fail 25 Sep 2012 46,029 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

hand brake is high

n/s/f washer jet is blocked

o/s/f wheel is slightly binding

o/s/r wheel is slightly binding

Pass 31 Aug 2011 41,278 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

child seat n/s/r

n/s/f wiper blade split

Fail 22 Aug 2011 41,259 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

child seat n/s/r

n/s/f wiper blade split

Pass 20 Aug 2010 32,202 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2010 32,202 miles

Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 29,484 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 23,636 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 XGW is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Grey with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.5%.

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 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 XGW, 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 XGW registered?

SP55 XGW is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is SP55 XGW safe to buy?

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