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NL51 MKX

2001 Nissan Primera

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

127,841 mi
Last recorded127,841 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Nissan Primera73,712 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL51 MKX
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 127,841 miles

Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security crossmember under radiator (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front wing edge corroded

Offside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2024 122,152 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember under radiator (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Pass 30 May 2024 119,706 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 114,430 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2022 107,279 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 95,792 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust system silencer & pipe corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

front fog lamps inoperative

reverse lamp inoperative

windscreen mounted rear view mirror missing

Fail 2 Dec 2020 95,787 miles

Emissions not tested not able to test emissions due to poor condition of exhaust system (8.2.1.2 (d))

Headlamp aim too high offside & nearside (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak suspension (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust silencer corroded,holed & blowing excessively (6.1.2 (a))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust system silencer & pipe corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

front fog lamps inoperative

reverse lamp inoperative

windscreen mounted rear view mirror missing

Pass 4 Jun 2019 90,876 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perishing & tread depth worn low (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

both front fog lamps inoperative

reverse lamp inoperative

Fail 4 Jun 2019 90,876 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perishing & tread depth worn low (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front wiper blades excessively deteriorated (3.4 (b) (ii))

both front fog lamps inoperative

reverse lamp inoperative

Pass 22 May 2018 87,257 miles

Nearside Front fog lamp inoperative

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

Pass 18 May 2017 80,873 miles

nearside front fog lamp inoperative

Fail 16 May 2017 80,873 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

engine oil level low

nearside front fog lamp inoperative

Pass 3 May 2016 77,179 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 72,637 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 69,703 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 69,698 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 May 2013 67,191 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 64,334 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside front fog lamp not working

Fail 27 Aug 2010 64,298 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside front fog lamp not working

Pass 26 Aug 2009 57,841 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 50,471 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 42,263 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 34,569 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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NL51 MKX is a 2001 Nissan Primera in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 NL51 MKX, 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

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What year was NL51 MKX registered?

NL51 MKX is a 2001 Nissan Primera, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is NL51 MKX safe to buy?

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