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R396 NBU

1998 Nissan Primera

Blue Diesel 1974cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

74,122 mi
Last recorded74,122 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2012
Typical for 1998 Nissan Primera91,289 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR396 NBU
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,974cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2012 74,122 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

power steering pump damp

Pass 12 Jul 2011 67,432 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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

nearside rear discs inner face slight corrosion

Pass 30 Jun 2010 58,987 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 51,365 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 44,707 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 3 Jul 2008 44,707 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 30 Jun 2007 39,274 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2007 39,274 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 33,319 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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R396 NBU is a 1998 Nissan Primera in Blue with a 1,974cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 R396 NBU, 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 R396 NBU registered?

R396 NBU is a 1998 Nissan Primera, first registered on 30 June 1998.

Is R396 NBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R396 NBU shows 9 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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