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OY51 CEX

2001 Nissan Primera

Grey Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests27 (18 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

47,452 mi
Last recorded47,452 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Nissan Primera73,712 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY51 CEX
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

18 pass 9 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 47,452 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 47,180 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 46,964 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 46,572 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 45,970 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Rear bumper slightly loose

Fail 9 Nov 2020 45,970 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear bumper slightly loose

Pass 9 Nov 2019 45,552 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2019 45,552 miles

Central Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

rear bumper insecure

Pass 7 Nov 2018 45,359 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2018 45,359 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2017 44,583 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2017 44,583 miles

Front front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Nov 2016 44,120 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 43,027 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2015 43,026 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 11 Nov 2014 41,400 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2014 41,400 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2013 39,621 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 38,299 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2012 38,299 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

NEAR SIDE AND OFF SIDE FRONT BRAKE DISCS SURFACE CORROSION

Pass 7 May 2011 33,498 miles

all discs slight corrosion due to lack of use

Pass 7 Dec 2009 32,479 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2009 32,479 miles

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

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

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

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 28 Nov 2008 32,017 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 30,291 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2007 30,291 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2006 27,025 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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OY51 CEX is a 2001 Nissan Primera in Grey with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 OY51 CEX, 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 OY51 CEX registered?

OY51 CEX is a 2001 Nissan Primera, first registered on 27 October 2001.

Is OY51 CEX safe to buy?

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