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X579 VFC

2001 Nissan Primera

Silver Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

121,016 mi
Last recorded121,016 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2019
Typical for 2001 Nissan Primera73,712 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX579 VFC
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2019 121,016 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2018 113,374 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 105,228 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

exhaust pipe flange fixing bolts corroded.

Fail 26 Apr 2017 105,228 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

exhaust pipe flange fixing bolts corroded.

Pass 25 Apr 2016 97,083 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2016 97,083 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 90,085 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2015 90,085 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 85,004 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 79,012 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2012 73,054 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 68,186 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 60,902 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 52,786 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 45,677 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 37,270 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 37,258 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Apr 2006 27,976 miles

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

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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X579 VFC is a 2001 Nissan Primera in Silver with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 X579 VFC, 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 X579 VFC registered?

X579 VFC is a 2001 Nissan Primera, first registered on 8 February 2001.

Is X579 VFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for X579 VFC shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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