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R431 LBW

1998 Nissan Primera

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

70,937 mi
Last recorded70,937 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2015
Typical for 1998 Nissan Primera91,289 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR431 LBW
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2015 70,937 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded various (3.6.B.2c)

exhaust becoming corroded

minor exhaust leak from flexi pipe

rear number plate slightly deteriorated

Fail 18 Sep 2015 70,934 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front of o/s/r wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded various (3.6.B.2c)

exhaust becoming corroded

minor exhaust leak from flexi pipe

rear number plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 26 Sep 2014 68,499 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 68,491 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 68,491 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Mar 2011 67,344 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 65,063 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 62,785 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2008 61,847 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 58,573 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2007 58,573 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Mar 2006 55,581 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2006 55,580 miles

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

Offside Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

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

near side rear brake binding slightly

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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R431 LBW is a 1998 Nissan Primera in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 R431 LBW, 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 R431 LBW registered?

R431 LBW is a 1998 Nissan Primera, first registered on 30 June 1998.

Is R431 LBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R431 LBW shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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