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AM08 KBN

2008 Nissan Primastar

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

89,258 mi
Last recorded89,258 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2019
Typical for 2008 Nissan Primastar102,165 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 KBN
MakeNissan
ModelPrimastar
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Fail 4 Nov 2019 89,258 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

MiL indicating a malfunction.

Pass 24 Jul 2018 79,223 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 24 Jul 2018 79,222 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 70,961 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 64,593 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 55,919 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

front brake pads approx 80% worn.

Fail 7 Apr 2014 44,136 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 44,136 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 34,012 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 25,233 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2012 25,233 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 18,582 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 18,582 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

How Reliable is the Nissan Primastar?

Based on 374,712 MOT tests across 21,329 vehicles.

65.9%
Pass Rate
7,838
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
21,329
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 23,272
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 11,276
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 10,507
position lamp(s) not working 10,443
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8,263
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AM08 KBN is a 2008 Nissan Primastar in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2008 Nissan Primastar models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 102,165 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Nissan Primastar fails its MOT is track rod end ball joint has excessive play, accounting for 23,272 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AM08 KBN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Primastar typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 18 years old, this Nissan Primastar is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AM08 KBN registered?

AM08 KBN is a 2008 Nissan Primastar, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is AM08 KBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM08 KBN shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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