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ST55 DFF

2005 Nissan Almera

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

108,927 mi
Last recorded108,927 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST55 DFF
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2019 108,927 miles

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak, but not excessive oil sump corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

front brake discs worn/lipped

front coil springs corroded

Fail 28 Jun 2019 108,905 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak, but not excessive oil sump corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

front brake discs worn/lipped

front coil springs corroded

Pass 2 Jul 2018 101,345 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2018 101,345 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2016 98,376 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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)

Pass 10 Feb 2015 85,179 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2014 74,055 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2014 74,055 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Jan 2013 63,278 miles

engine oil leak from corroded sump pan

items removed from windscreen to allow mot test

Fail 29 Jan 2013 63,278 miles

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

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

engine oil leak from corroded sump pan

items removed from windscreen to allow mot test

Pass 6 Feb 2012 54,970 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 44,973 miles

engine sump pan corroded

offside rear tyre worn close to tread wear indicators

Pass 5 Feb 2010 35,961 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 24,293 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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ST55 DFF is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 ST55 DFF, 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 ST55 DFF registered?

ST55 DFF is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 29 September 2005.

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