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BK55 VPU

2005 Nissan Primastar

Silver Diesel 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

139,336 mi
Last recorded139,336 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Nissan Primastar104,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK55 VPU
MakeNissan
ModelPrimastar
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2020 139,336 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2019 129,098 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 118,494 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 106,897 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2016 94,365 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 77,692 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 70,318 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jul 2013 61,017 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2013 61,017 miles

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 51,531 miles

Brake fluid level low

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake application becoming uneven

Front brake discs lipped / worn and brake pads wearing low

N/S/R Tyre perishing / splitting between tread

O/S/R has deep cut close to cords and nail in tread

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 Jul 2012 51,531 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Brake fluid level low

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake application becoming uneven

Front brake discs lipped / worn and brake pads wearing low

N/S/R Tyre perishing / splitting between tread

O/S/R has deep cut close to cords and nail in tread

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jul 2011 25,498 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 76,769 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2008 76,769 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

slight play in o/s steering rack

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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BK55 VPU is a 2005 Nissan Primastar in Silver with a 1,988cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2005 Nissan Primastar models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 104,791 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BK55 VPU, 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 21 years old, this Nissan Primastar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK55 VPU registered?

BK55 VPU is a 2005 Nissan Primastar, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is BK55 VPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK55 VPU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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