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R171 DGO

1998 Nissan Primera

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

136,205 mi
Last recorded136,205 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2021
Typical for 1998 Nissan Primera91,289 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR171 DGO
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2021 136,205 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2020 136,203 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2019 134,339 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2018 137,119 miles

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

OFFSIDE REAR TYRE HAS DAMAGE TO INNER WALL

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 13 Jun 2018 131,171 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

OFFSIDE REAR TYRE HAS DAMAGE TO INNER WALL

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2017 127,305 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

Nearside headlight aim cloudy

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear tyre cut on inner wall and cracking on outer shoulder but not down to cord

Oil leak ()

Pass 27 Jun 2016 122,990 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

Nearside headlight aim cloudy

Oil leak ()

Pass 10 Jun 2015 122,701 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

offside rear tyre cut on inner wall but not down to cord

Pass 11 Jun 2014 121,978 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

offside rear tyre has multiple gouges out of inner wall but not down to cord

Pass 26 Jun 2013 120,568 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Jun 2012 118,696 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 6 Jun 2012 118,696 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2011 116,814 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Jun 2010 115,711 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 114,700 miles

Oil leak

nearside front constant velocity gaitor loose

nearside rear tyre cracked on inside wall

Pass 25 Jun 2008 112,955 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 111,371 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 109,513 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2005 107,258 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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R171 DGO is a 1998 Nissan Primera in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 R171 DGO, 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 R171 DGO registered?

R171 DGO is a 1998 Nissan Primera, first registered on 19 June 1998.

Is R171 DGO safe to buy?

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