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FD51 GVM

2001 Nissan Primera

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2013
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

146,046 mi
Last recorded146,046 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2012
Typical for 2001 Nissan Primera73,712 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD51 GVM
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2012 146,046 miles

Bonnet fastening could be improved. Cable appears to be sticking,

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside rear lens cracked

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

offside number plate bulb exposed

Fail 10 Apr 2012 146,046 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Bonnet fastening could be improved. Cable appears to be sticking,

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 129,302 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

oil leak noted/ nail in n/s/r tyre/rear b/discs pitted/ underbody s/rusty/ o/s no plate lens cover missing

Fail 9 Apr 2011 129,302 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

oil leak noted/ nail in n/s/r tyre/rear b/discs pitted/ underbody s/rusty/ o/s no plate lens cover missing

Fail 31 Mar 2010 111,952 miles

Exhaust surface corroded

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

Radiator mounting panel is corroded

Rear brake discs slightly corroded on inner edges

Pass 31 Mar 2010 111,952 miles

Exhaust surface corroded

Radiator mounting panel is corroded

Rear brake discs slightly corroded on inner edges

Pass 1 Dec 2009 110,888 miles

front cross member rusty

Fail 1 Dec 2009 110,888 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

front cross member rusty

Fail 24 Nov 2008 98,161 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

front cross member rusty

Pass 24 Nov 2008 98,161 miles

front cross member rusty

Pass 2 Nov 2007 85,971 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2006 75,325 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2006 75,165 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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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FD51 GVM is a 2001 Nissan Primera in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FD51 GVM, 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.

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What year was FD51 GVM registered?

FD51 GVM is a 2001 Nissan Primera, first registered on 21 November 2001.

Is FD51 GVM safe to buy?

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