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SW05 GXY

2005 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

77,694 mi
Last recorded77,694 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW05 GXY
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2017 77,694 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 71,217 miles

oil leak

Pass 22 Jul 2015 63,410 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2015 63,410 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 56,244 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2014 56,244 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2013 46,526 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 30,741 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 27,263 miles

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

rear b/discs slightly pitted

Pass 15 Jul 2010 22,977 miles

n/s front tyre has cut on sidewall

rear brake discs corroded (both)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 17,065 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Jul 2008 12,933 miles

brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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SW05 GXY is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SW05 GXY, 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 SW05 GXY registered?

SW05 GXY is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 22 July 2005.

Is SW05 GXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW05 GXY shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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