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ST05 XYL

2005 Nissan Almera

Silver Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2016
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

89,469 mi
Last recorded89,469 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2015
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2015 89,469 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 11 Mar 2015 89,469 miles

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

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

both front tyres worn at edges.

Pass 14 Mar 2014 83,466 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2014 83,466 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

sump corroded/slight oil leak

Pass 4 Mar 2013 76,540 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2013 76,540 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 9 Mar 2012 70,510 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2012 70,510 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2011 64,399 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 57,499 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2010 57,499 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 49,278 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 35,782 miles

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

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

Offside 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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ST05 XYL is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Silver with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 ST05 XYL, 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 XYL registered?

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

Is ST05 XYL safe to buy?

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