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R504 VLB

1998 Nissan Primera

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

81,617 mi
Last recorded81,617 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2017
Typical for 1998 Nissan Primera91,289 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR504 VLB
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2017 81,617 miles

Front nearside and offside shock dust gaiters split

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm tread remaining and light cracking (4.1.E.1)

front and rear exhaust flanges showing previous repairs

front wiper linkage worn

Pass 10 Jun 2016 80,589 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.

Nearside Front outer side wall damage not exposing cords.

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer box joint (7.1.2)

corrosion in both sides rear (lower) inner wings

Fail 9 Jun 2016 80,581 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.

Nearside Front outer side wall damage not exposing cords.

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer box joint (7.1.2)

corrosion in both sides rear (lower) inner wings

Pass 19 Jun 2015 78,770 miles

Oil leak

Outer sidewall of nearside front tyre damaged but not exposing cords.

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jun 2014 76,324 miles

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Jun 2014 76,324 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jun 2013 73,851 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 28 Jun 2013 73,851 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear exhaust silencer box has sustained external damage.

Pass 13 Jun 2012 71,334 miles

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

battery insecure

Fail 9 Jun 2012 71,334 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

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

battery insecure

Pass 31 May 2011 68,332 miles

heavy engine oil leaks

Pass 28 Jun 2010 65,701 miles

n/s/f brake hose insecure but not fowling

oil leak

Pass 13 Jul 2009 61,927 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2009 61,926 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 58,703 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2008 58,703 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Hand brake has long travel

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

Rear number plate cracked

Pass 16 Jul 2007 55,365 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 52,669 miles

both front cv gaiters starting to perish

front brake discs slightly worn

front brake pads wearing low

rear brake discs starting to corrode

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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R504 VLB is a 1998 Nissan Primera in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R504 VLB, 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 R504 VLB registered?

R504 VLB is a 1998 Nissan Primera, first registered on 9 March 1998.

Is R504 VLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R504 VLB shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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