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EY51 VTV

2001 Nissan Primera

Blue Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

169,311 mi
Last recorded169,311 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Nissan Primera73,712 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY51 VTV
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 169,311 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 162,242 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 155,506 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2022 148,195 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 140,069 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone Chip in Centre Of screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Sep 2021 140,069 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone Chip in Centre Of screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 130,230 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2019 340 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 105,810 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 93,902 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2017 93,902 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Sep 2016 81,657 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2016 81,657 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 70,205 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2015 70,205 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 51,868 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 33,930 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 122,251 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 12,127 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 11,866 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 11,304 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 10,347 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 9,251 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 8,133 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2005 6,797 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Primera?

Based on 1,768,156 MOT tests across 199,016 vehicles.

68.1%
Pass Rate
6,218
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
199,016
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 96,181
constant velocity joint gaiter split 73,704
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 67,433
Brake pipe excessively corroded 64,631
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 61,222
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EY51 VTV is a 2001 Nissan Primera in Blue with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 2001 Nissan Primera models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 73,712 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan Primera fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 96,181 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EY51 VTV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Primera typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 25 years old, this Nissan Primera is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EY51 VTV?

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What year was EY51 VTV registered?

EY51 VTV is a 2001 Nissan Primera, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is EY51 VTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY51 VTV shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EY51 VTV have outstanding finance?

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