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SP55 XLV

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

85,888 mi
Last recorded85,888 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2015
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2015 85,888 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 79,344 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2014 79,344 miles

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2013 72,777 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 72,777 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

rear silencer is corroded

Fail 2 Oct 2012 67,278 miles

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

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

O/S/R taillight smashed but doesn't efect the lights

Pass 2 Oct 2012 67,278 miles

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

O/S/R taillight smashed but doesn't efect the lights

Pass 28 Sep 2011 54,327 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2011 54,327 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2010 42,427 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 32,961 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 24 Sep 2008 24,721 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

nearside rear tyre has got a nail

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 XLV is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 XLV, 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 XLV registered?

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

Is SP55 XLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP55 XLV shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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