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R256 TCJ

1998 Nissan Primera

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

50,699 mi
Last recorded50,699 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2018
Typical for 1998 Nissan Primera91,289 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR256 TCJ
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Fail 2 Oct 2018 50,699 miles

Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 50,102 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 49,386 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 48,233 miles

Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 47,237 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 45,946 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 19 Jul 2012 44,897 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 44,897 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 44,103 miles

o/s/r n/s/r tyre side wall cracking

Fail 21 Jul 2011 44,103 miles

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

o/s/r n/s/r tyre side wall cracking

Pass 22 Jul 2010 43,195 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 42,052 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 40,464 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 23 Jul 2008 40,464 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 39,395 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2007 39,395 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2006 38,452 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2005 37,798 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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R256 TCJ is a 1998 Nissan Primera in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 R256 TCJ, 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

How do I check the history of R256 TCJ?

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What year was R256 TCJ registered?

R256 TCJ is a 1998 Nissan Primera, first registered on 9 April 1998.

Is R256 TCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R256 TCJ shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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