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HG61 SKX

2012 Nissan Primastar

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

99,102 mi
Last recorded99,102 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Nissan Primastar96,675 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG61 SKX
MakeNissan
ModelPrimastar
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 99,102 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 93,704 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 87,810 miles

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 4 Sep 2023 87,796 miles

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn front trailing arm bush unbonded (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 81,389 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 74,656 miles

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

Offside Rear tyre wearing unevenly

Fail 25 Aug 2021 74,656 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear tyre wearing unevenly

Pass 4 Sep 2020 69,298 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 63,401 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 56,615 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 52,318 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 35,240 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 24,494 miles

ns/os wiper blades split. advise replacement

nsf/osf tyres getting low 3mm

Pass 22 Jan 2015 19,974 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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HG61 SKX is a 2012 Nissan Primastar in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 Nissan Primastar models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 96,675 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 HG61 SKX, 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 14 years old, this Nissan Primastar is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HG61 SKX?

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What year was HG61 SKX registered?

HG61 SKX is a 2012 Nissan Primastar, first registered on 31 January 2012.

Is HG61 SKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG61 SKX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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