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R389 ENT

1998 Nissan Primera

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

85,736 mi
Last recorded85,736 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2015
Typical for 1998 Nissan Primera91,289 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR389 ENT
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2015 85,736 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 1 Mar 2014 83,541 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2014 83,541 miles

Nearside Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2013 81,103 miles

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

Offside Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2012 79,077 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 77,739 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 76,072 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 73,529 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 70,981 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2008 70,961 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 17 Mar 2007 67,749 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 65,066 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2006 65,047 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

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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R389 ENT is a 1998 Nissan Primera in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R389 ENT, 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 R389 ENT registered?

R389 ENT is a 1998 Nissan Primera, first registered on 23 January 1998.

Is R389 ENT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R389 ENT shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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