CarVerify

Free Car Check

R557 JKN

1998 Nissan Primera

Grey Petrol 1597cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2020
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

68,941 mi
Last recorded68,941 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2019
Typical for 1998 Nissan Primera91,289 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Nissan
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR557 JKN
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2019 68,941 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2019 68,941 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision loose (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jan 2018 68,920 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 68,806 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2017 68,806 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 68,559 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 67,993 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 67,255 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2014 67,255 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 8 Jan 2013 66,088 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 Jan 2013 66,088 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2012 64,228 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 64,228 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 63,105 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2011 63,105 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Jan 2010 61,451 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 59,477 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2008 57,694 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2008 57,694 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Jan 2007 53,650 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
Full Nissan Primera reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R557 JKN is a 1998 Nissan Primera in Grey with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R557 JKN, 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

How do I check the history of R557 JKN?

You can check the full history of R557 JKN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R557 JKN registered?

R557 JKN is a 1998 Nissan Primera, first registered on 9 January 1998.

Is R557 JKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R557 JKN shows 20 tests with a 65% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R557 JKN have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R557 JKN. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.