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R478 DMY

1998 Nissan Primera

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

59,387 mi
Last recorded59,387 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2018
Typical for 1998 Nissan Primera91,289 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR478 DMY
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2018 59,387 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear tyre perished

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

slight seapage around some steering components

Pass 3 Feb 2017 56,409 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 53,156 miles

nearside front tyre outer edge

Fail 30 Jan 2015 50,020 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

n/s/f indicator bulb slightly discoloured

Pass 30 Jan 2015 50,020 miles

n/s/f indicator bulb slightly discoloured

Pass 23 Jan 2014 46,596 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2013 43,093 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 39,768 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 36,621 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2010 33,847 miles

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

offside wiper blade

Pass 21 Jan 2009 31,099 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 28,097 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2007 25,979 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 2 Feb 2007 25,979 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2006 23,821 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2006 23,788 miles

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

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

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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R478 DMY is a 1998 Nissan Primera in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 R478 DMY, 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 R478 DMY registered?

R478 DMY is a 1998 Nissan Primera, first registered on 16 February 1998.

Is R478 DMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R478 DMY shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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