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NISSAN UNCLASSIFIED (2005)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 288 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

77%

Total Tests (2024)

288

Avg Mileage

100,285 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£2,397

Is the 2005 NISSAN UNCLASSIFIED reliable?

Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's close to the national average of 82%. It falls below the NISSAN brand average of 81%.

At 19 years old, 77% of NISSAN UNCLASSIFIEDs from 2005 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 288 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 100,285 miles.

How does the 2005 NISSAN UNCLASSIFIED compare?

Rank among all 2005 cars201th out of 526(top 38%)
Rank among all NISSAN models402th out of 660(top 61%)
vs national average-5% (82% avg)
vs 2005 cars average+5% (72% avg)
vs NISSAN average-4% (81% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2005 NISSAN UNCLASSIFIED has 100,285 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 140,600 miles for a 19-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

Best year to buy a NISSAN UNCLASSIFIED?

The most reliable year is the 2019 model with a 88% MOT pass rate, while the 2001 model has the lowest at 63%. The 2005 sits between the two at 77%.

How much does a 2005 NISSAN UNCLASSIFIED cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 2490cc)
£1,592
🏛️Road Tax
£250
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£500
Total per year£2,397
Per month£200/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

NISSAN UNCLASSIFIED by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202083%19480,045 mi
201988%33885,559 mi
201878%31398,608 mi
201782%20192,173 mi
201684%13092,691 mi
201583%131100,106 mi
201479%11782,089 mi
201375%12283,027 mi
201276%21895,583 mi
201176%159101,498 mi
201082%24387,067 mi
200978%28691,859 mi
200882%43788,907 mi
200776%42590,820 mi
200676%35592,051 mi
200577%288100,285 mi
200482%22095,613 mi
200383%16792,796 mi
200275%9693,844 mi
200163%6594,594 mi
200061%41113,356 mi
199988%6093,809 mi
199865%6382,473 mi
199771%3892,409 mi
199177%12183,984 mi

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About the 2005 NISSAN UNCLASSIFIED

The 2005 NISSAN UNCLASSIFIED is a large car with a 2490cc petrol engine. 288 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all cars from 2005, the average MOT pass rate is 72%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 100,285 miles at 19 years old, NISSAN UNCLASSIFIED owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2005 NISSAN UNCLASSIFIED Fuel Costs

The 2490cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2005 NISSAN UNCLASSIFIED?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,397 (£200/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 77% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

NISSAN UNCLASSIFIED Reliability Trend

Newer NISSAN UNCLASSIFIEDs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 4 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2005 NISSAN UNCLASSIFIED

At 19 years old, the NISSAN UNCLASSIFIED is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2019 model has the highest pass rate at 88%.

Alternatives to the 2005 NISSAN UNCLASSIFIED

If reliability is your priority, there's one similar car with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: