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SP55 XMS

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

60,544 mi
Last recorded60,544 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2013
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2013 60,544 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 50,925 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2012 50,925 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Feb 2011 40,256 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2011 40,255 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside front tyre wearing thin in inner edge

offside front tyre wearing thin in inner edge

Pass 22 Feb 2010 30,643 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

brake fluid level low.

brake warning light illuminated.

n/s steering rack slightly damp.

tested when wet.

Fail 22 Feb 2010 30,643 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

brake fluid level low.

brake warning light illuminated.

n/s steering rack slightly damp.

tested when wet.

Pass 10 Jan 2009 21,589 miles

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

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 XMS is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 XMS, 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 XMS registered?

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

Is SP55 XMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP55 XMS shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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