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SP55 XMF

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

62,058 mi
Last recorded62,058 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 62,058 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2024 61,175 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2023 59,599 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2023 59,599 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 57,627 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rears at rear end (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 53,952 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2021 53,952 miles

Fuel pipe leaking Breather pipe, tank to cap - heavily corroded and holed (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2020 53,101 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded Breather pipe under NS wheel arch ()

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

Pass 8 Oct 2019 52,072 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2018 48,727 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres cracked / perished, all date coded 2005 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 43,475 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2016 39,334 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 38,779 miles

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 29 Aug 2014 38,607 miles

rear brake discs starting to corrode

Fail 29 Aug 2014 38,607 miles

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

rear brake discs starting to corrode

Pass 1 Aug 2013 37,804 miles

rear brake discs starting to corrode

Fail 1 Aug 2013 37,804 miles

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

rear brake discs starting to corrode

Pass 23 Aug 2012 36,839 miles

rear discs starting to corrode

Pass 17 Aug 2011 35,297 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 33,446 miles

front brake pads getting low

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 13 Aug 2009 31,133 miles

nearside rear tyre near limit

Pass 10 Sep 2008 26,873 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 XMF is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 XMF, 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 XMF registered?

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

Is SP55 XMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP55 XMF shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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