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ST05 XMZ

2005 Nissan Almera

Grey Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

99,347 mi
Last recorded99,347 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST05 XMZ
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 99,347 miles

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Nov 2024 95,335 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Fail 6 Nov 2024 95,334 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high adjusting motor missing (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative On dashboardboard (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high Adjusting motor missing (4.1.2 (a))

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2023 92,079 miles

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

Fail 13 Oct 2023 92,079 miles

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2022 87,825 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2021 82,941 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2021 82,941 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 81,566 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 80,506 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 77,374 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 72,845 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2017 72,845 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 67,868 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2016 67,868 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Sep 2015 63,029 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Sep 2015 63,029 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2014 57,655 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2013 53,610 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2013 53,610 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 49,063 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 44,262 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 40,657 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 37,340 miles

O/S beam very dim

Pass 16 Jun 2008 33,357 miles

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

rear wiper split

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 XMZ is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Grey with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 XMZ, 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 ST05 XMZ registered?

ST05 XMZ is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 28 June 2005.

Is ST05 XMZ safe to buy?

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