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S489 NNK

1998 Nissan Primera

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2013
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

162,207 mi
Last recorded162,207 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2012
Typical for 1998 Nissan Primera91,289 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS489 NNK
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Fail 7 Jun 2012 162,207 miles

Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2012 162,207 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 142,253 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 142,062 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 May 2010 126,212 miles

front brake pads low

Fail 17 May 2010 126,212 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front brake pads low

Pass 8 Apr 2009 95,013 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 95,012 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 87,626 miles

Oil leak

wiper linkage worn;o/s/f tyre worn outer edge;n/s/r brakes signs of excessive heat;whine o/s/f when wheel rotates

Fail 9 Apr 2008 87,338 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

wiper linkage worn;o/s/f tyre worn outer edge;n/s/r brakes signs of excessive heat;whine o/s/f when wheel rotates

Pass 13 Apr 2007 79,172 miles

oil leak noted to offside of engine bay..starting to drip on bushes.....o/s/f indicator bulb faded

Pass 18 Apr 2006 71,671 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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S489 NNK is a 1998 Nissan Primera in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 S489 NNK, 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 S489 NNK registered?

S489 NNK is a 1998 Nissan Primera, first registered on 31 August 1998.

Is S489 NNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S489 NNK shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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