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HJ12 VUF

2012 Nissan Primastar

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

191,802 mi
Last recorded191,802 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2022
Typical for 2012 Nissan Primastar96,675 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ12 VUF
MakeNissan
ModelPrimastar
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2022 191,802 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 189,497 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 179,708 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2020 179,708 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Aug 2019 165,388 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 141,810 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2018 141,810 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Aug 2017 125,918 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 106,427 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 91,047 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 23 Mar 2015 79,322 miles

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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HJ12 VUF is a 2012 Nissan Primastar in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 HJ12 VUF, 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.

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What year was HJ12 VUF registered?

HJ12 VUF is a 2012 Nissan Primastar, first registered on 23 March 2012.

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The MOT history for HJ12 VUF shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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