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R457 HGU

1998 Nissan Primera

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

102,995 mi
Last recorded102,995 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2026
Typical for 1998 Nissan Primera91,289 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR457 HGU
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 29 Aug 2026 102,995 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 50,387 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 50,061 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 49,705 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 49,700 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 45,886 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 41,719 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 33,810 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2017 28,427 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 27,808 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 27,218 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 25,661 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 22,525 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 18,887 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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R457 HGU is a 1998 Nissan Primera in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R457 HGU, 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.

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What year was R457 HGU registered?

R457 HGU is a 1998 Nissan Primera, first registered on 6 March 1998.

Is R457 HGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R457 HGU shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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