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VU51 XHC

2001 Nissan Primera

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

48,714 mi
Last recorded48,714 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2019
Typical for 2001 Nissan Primera73,712 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU51 XHC
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2019 48,714 miles

front brakes very slightly binding on rotation

general under body corrosion

Pass 23 Aug 2018 47,869 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 46,934 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 46,113 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 45,305 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 15 Aug 2015 45,305 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 42,943 miles

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

Offside rear tyre tread cracked.

Pass 14 Aug 2013 41,206 miles

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

o/s/rear tyre faint cracks appearing---

Pass 21 Aug 2012 39,090 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 36,507 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 34,180 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 31,611 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 29,465 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 26,684 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 22,980 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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VU51 XHC is a 2001 Nissan Primera in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 VU51 XHC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU51 XHC registered?

VU51 XHC is a 2001 Nissan Primera, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is VU51 XHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU51 XHC shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VU51 XHC have outstanding finance?

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