CarVerify

Free Car Check

R642 BMV

1998 Nissan Primera

Blue Petrol 1998cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

121,448 mi
Last recorded121,448 miles
Recorded on15 May 2012
Typical for 1998 Nissan Primera91,289 mi

Above 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

RegistrationR642 BMV
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2012 121,448 miles

front exhaust mount rusted off but system still secure

Fail 14 May 2012 121,448 miles

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

front exhaust mount rusted off but system still secure

Pass 11 May 2011 119,062 miles

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

o/s/f abs ring broken

rear wiper blade split

Pass 26 Apr 2010 111,458 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Rear wiper blade split

Fail 26 Apr 2010 111,457 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)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Rear wiper blade split

Pass 24 Apr 2009 104,626 miles

Oil leak

Fail 24 Apr 2009 104,625 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Oil leak

Pass 10 Jul 2007 85,385 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 83,706 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

R642 BMV is a 1998 Nissan Primera in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 R642 BMV, 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 R642 BMV?

You can check the full history of R642 BMV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R642 BMV registered?

R642 BMV is a 1998 Nissan Primera, first registered on 22 June 1998.

Is R642 BMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R642 BMV shows 9 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.

Does R642 BMV 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 R642 BMV. 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.