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R187 FVF

1998 Nissan Primera

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

112,984 mi
Last recorded112,984 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2015
Typical for 1998 Nissan Primera91,289 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR187 FVF
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2015 112,984 miles

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

Fail 18 Dec 2015 112,883 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Inner arch (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Inner arch (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 2 Jan 2015 104,621 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2014 104,599 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Dec 2013 93,631 miles

front brakes slightly inbalanced

front exhuast hanger unatached from exhuast but exhuast still secure

Pass 28 Dec 2012 83,793 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2011 75,419 miles

all rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 23 Nov 2010 70,420 miles

n/s/f screen chipped

o/s/r brake pipe to wheel cylinder corroded

under side at rear in need of waxoil and inner sills

Pass 25 Nov 2009 66,879 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 63,368 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 58,789 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 55,467 miles

slight brake bind on n/s/f wheel

slight front brake inbalance

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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R187 FVF is a 1998 Nissan Primera in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R187 FVF, 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 R187 FVF registered?

R187 FVF is a 1998 Nissan Primera, first registered on 19 June 1998.

Is R187 FVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R187 FVF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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