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S420 LPX

1998 Nissan Primera

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2021
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

61,741 mi
Last recorded61,741 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2020
Typical for 1998 Nissan Primera91,289 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS420 LPX
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2020 61,741 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Nov 2020 61,741 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 60,658 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2018 59,204 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2018 59,204 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2017 57,621 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 56,196 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2016 56,196 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Nov 2015 54,592 miles

nearside rear brake slight bind

Pass 10 Nov 2014 52,833 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 50,896 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 49,206 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2012 49,206 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Nov 2011 47,524 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 45,020 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 42,676 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2008 39,780 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2007 37,363 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2007 37,363 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Pass 28 Nov 2006 34,018 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2005 30,655 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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S420 LPX is a 1998 Nissan Primera in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 S420 LPX, 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 S420 LPX registered?

S420 LPX is a 1998 Nissan Primera, first registered on 26 November 1998.

Is S420 LPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S420 LPX shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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