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ST05 BNF

2005 Nissan Almera

Silver Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Dec 2024
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

114,777 mi
Last recorded114,777 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2023
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST05 BNF
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2023 114,777 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides starting to fade (4.1.4 (b))

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 18 Dec 2022 113,388 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side starting to fade (4.1.4 (b))

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Steering box has seepage steering rack area oil leak (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 111,258 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output bothsides starting to fade (4.1.4 (b))

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

oil leak engine area

Fail 13 Dec 2021 111,258 miles

Nearside Front Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick bothside (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output bothsides starting to fade (4.1.4 (b))

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

oil leak engine area

Pass 14 Dec 2020 109,926 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides starting to fade (4.1.4 (b))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides starting to split (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack area (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 108,226 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output bothside (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 9 Jun 2018 106,906 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin bothside starting to wear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack area (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 9 Jun 2018 106,906 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin bothside starting to wear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack area (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 105,539 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output bothside starting to fade (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside oil leak steering rack area

Fail 23 Jun 2017 105,539 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output bothside starting to fade (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside oil leak steering rack area

Pass 18 Jun 2016 103,704 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin bothside starting to wear (3.5.1g)

oil leak offside sreering rack area

Fail 18 Jun 2016 103,704 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin bothside starting to wear (3.5.1g)

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

oil leak offside sreering rack area

Pass 25 Jun 2015 100,962 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 98,283 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 24 Jun 2013 95,751 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Jun 2012 92,811 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 86,670 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2010 81,147 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 26 May 2010 81,143 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 30 May 2009 76,847 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 67,407 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 2 Aug 2008 67,407 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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ST05 BNF is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Silver with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 ST05 BNF, 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 ST05 BNF registered?

ST05 BNF is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is ST05 BNF safe to buy?

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