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SM51 BJU

2001 Nissan Primera

Black Petrol 1767cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2020
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

48,523 mi
Last recorded48,523 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2019
Typical for 2001 Nissan Primera73,712 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM51 BJU
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,767cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2019 48,523 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2019 48,523 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 42,417 miles

Nearside Front Fog lamp not working

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Oct 2018 42,417 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Fog lamp not working

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 37,619 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 33,158 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2016 33,116 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 28,182 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 11 Sep 2015 28,182 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 26,775 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

near side front tyre side wall cut, but not showing cord

Fail 16 Sep 2014 26,763 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

near side front tyre side wall cut, but not showing cord

Pass 23 Sep 2013 26,186 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 25,719 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Oct 2011 25,151 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 24,303 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2010 24,303 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 22,691 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 20,681 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 18,703 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 16,207 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2005 12,947 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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SM51 BJU is a 2001 Nissan Primera in Black with a 1,767cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2001 Nissan Primera models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 73,712 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 SM51 BJU, 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 25 years old, this Nissan Primera is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SM51 BJU registered?

SM51 BJU is a 2001 Nissan Primera, first registered on 1 October 2001.

Is SM51 BJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM51 BJU shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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