Nissan Almera (2005)
2005 Nissan Almera
CarHunch analysed 22,742 real MOT records for the 2005 Nissan Almera.
Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2005 Nissan Almera falls below the UK average with a 75% pass rate versus the national 80%, and more worryingly, over one-third (34.6%) of these cars have recorded dangerous defects at some point—a significant buyer concern that suggests underlying structural or safety issues beyond typical wear and tear. Petrol models edge out diesels slightly (75.1% vs 72.8% pass rate), but neither version inspires confidence.
With median mileage at 59,071 miles for a 19-year-old car, these Almeras have been relatively lightly used, yet they average 4.2 failures and 19 advisories per test, indicating poor maintenance or inherent durability problems that even low mileage hasn't prevented. Before committing to purchase, have a pre-buy inspection done by a mechanic you trust, paying particular attention to suspension, braking systems, and corrosion—the dangerous defect rate suggests these areas are where this generation struggles most.
The 2005 Nissan Almera has a decent first-time pass rate (75%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.
These stats describe 22,742 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.
What tends to go wrong
Across 22,742 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2005.
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Petrol vs Diesel
Pass rate difference of 2.3 percentage points — worth knowing if you're choosing between the two.
Before you buy a 2005 Nissan Almera
Based on MOT data from 22,742 vehicles — here's what to check.
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34.6% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded -
recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
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| Petrol (95%) | 21,588 | 75.1% | 4.23 |
| Diesel (5%) | 1,129 | 72.8% | 4.21 |
Colour Breakdown
Based on 231,155 Nissan Almera vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.
Mileage Distribution
Most 2005 Nissan Almera vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2005 Nissan Almera vehicles fall between 46,367 and 73,162 miles.
2005 Nissan Almera — Still on the Road
Numbers are thinning — 17% of 2005 Nissan Almeras are still active.
Numbers are declining — 3,481 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (17% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.
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