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W40 GAW

2005 Nissan Almera

Grey Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

121,277 mi
Last recorded121,277 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Nissan Almera58,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW40 GAW
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 121,277 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2024 117,001 miles

both steering rack gaitors damp

Fail 26 Nov 2024 117,001 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

both steering rack gaitors damp

Pass 6 Dec 2023 112,967 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2022 109,787 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2022 109,786 miles

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 106,963 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Dec 2021 106,963 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 42% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 103,659 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2020 103,659 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Nov 2019 99,499 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2018 95,136 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

under trays fitted

Pass 1 Dec 2017 88,554 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2016 81,293 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 74,743 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2014 66,839 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 59,001 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 51,179 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 42,859 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2010 33,634 miles

Front wipers deteriorated

Fail 24 Nov 2010 33,634 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Front wipers deteriorated

Pass 2 Dec 2009 25,499 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2008 17,130 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2008 15,427 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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W40 GAW is a 2005 Nissan Almera in Grey with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 W40 GAW, 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 W40 GAW registered?

W40 GAW is a 2005 Nissan Almera, first registered on 17 March 2005.

Is W40 GAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W40 GAW shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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