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SP55 XLR

2005 Nissan Almera

Grey Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

30,333 mi
Last recorded30,333 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2024
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2024 30,333 miles

Both Front Wishbones Corroded

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and Offside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Axle Corroded

Pass 3 Nov 2023 29,956 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage at rack (2.1.5 (a))

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

Fail 1 Nov 2023 29,956 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage at rack (2.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2022 29,644 miles

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

General corrosion underside of vehicle and suspension due to age and mileage

Nearside Front All position lamps have a product on the lenses or light sources which obviously reduces light intensity dip beam dim (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2021 29,127 miles

Fluid leak from power steering

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 28,458 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 27,942 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Slight oil leak at power steering pump area

Pass 20 Nov 2018 27,563 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2017 26,406 miles

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

Offside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint rack (2.3.3b)

slight wear on outer edge of nearside front tyre

Pass 4 Oct 2016 25,127 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 23,506 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2015 23,506 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 21,735 miles

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

front brake discs starting to corrode on braking surfaces

rear wiper blade torn

Pass 30 Sep 2013 20,858 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 19,216 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 17,207 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 15,593 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 14,018 miles

o/s/r brake binding slightly

slight damp pas rack

Pass 25 Sep 2008 12,362 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 XLR is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Grey with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 XLR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SP55 XLR registered?

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

Is SP55 XLR safe to buy?

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