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SW05 SYL

2005 Nissan Almera

Silver Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

120,734 mi
Last recorded120,734 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW05 SYL
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 120,734 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively on limit (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Sep 2025 120,734 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively on limit (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 89,400 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 85,003 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2023 85,003 miles

Road wheel fixing missing 1 on each wheel. (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both sides. (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 79,686 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 76,782 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 73,977 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 69,693 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 64,835 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Brake discs lipped. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Near wear bars. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low tread on inner and outer edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 60,165 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2017 60,160 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 53,956 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 46,972 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 39,610 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 66,287 miles

front brake pads ON minimum thickness of 1.5mm

Pass 29 Mar 2012 26,158 miles

Front pads wearing thin

Rear pads wearing thin.

Pass 23 Mar 2011 18,313 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 18,300 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2009 17,154 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)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 17,154 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 14,100 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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SW05 SYL is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Silver with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SYL, 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 SW05 SYL registered?

SW05 SYL is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is SW05 SYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW05 SYL shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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