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R136 DPP

1998 Nissan Primera

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

140,922 mi
Last recorded140,922 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 1998 Nissan Primera91,289 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR136 DPP
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 140,922 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Headlamp lens slightly defective chip (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2025 129,614 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2025 129,614 miles

Side repeater not working O/S & N/S (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2024 128,946 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 128,061 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2016 126,946 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 125,604 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2015 125,604 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2014 122,043 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2014 122,043 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 29 Jan 2013 116,898 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 112,485 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2012 112,485 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2011 108,445 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 99,163 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 92,656 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 85,815 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 78,931 miles

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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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R136 DPP is a 1998 Nissan Primera in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Nissan Primera models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 91,289 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 R136 DPP, 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 28 years old, this Nissan Primera is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R136 DPP registered?

R136 DPP is a 1998 Nissan Primera, first registered on 27 May 1998.

Is R136 DPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R136 DPP shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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