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Y116 BBV

2001 Nissan Primera

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

121,851 mi
Last recorded121,851 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2016
Typical for 2001 Nissan Primera73,712 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY116 BBV
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2016 121,851 miles

both offside tyres perished 185/65/15

corrosion to underbody and suspension

offside front tyre worn 2mm 185/65/15

power steering pump pipe damp

Pass 6 May 2015 115,425 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

n/s/r o/s/r inner wing pannels slightly corroded

Fail 6 May 2015 115,425 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

n/s/r o/s/r inner wing pannels slightly corroded

Fail 23 Apr 2014 110,336 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2014 110,336 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 105,300 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 101,226 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 95,552 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 89,475 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 81,824 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 74,312 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 66,327 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 66,324 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 15 May 2006 59,910 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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Y116 BBV is a 2001 Nissan Primera in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 Y116 BBV, 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 Y116 BBV registered?

Y116 BBV is a 2001 Nissan Primera, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y116 BBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y116 BBV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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