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Y159 XSM

2001 Nissan Primera

Red Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

72,288 mi
Last recorded72,288 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2015
Typical for 2001 Nissan Primera73,712 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY159 XSM
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2015 72,288 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 69,825 miles

Front Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded (2.4.G.1)

Fail 12 Aug 2014 69,818 miles

Offside Outer Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Front Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 66,341 miles

all brake discs rusty

Fail 13 Aug 2013 66,341 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

all brake discs rusty

Pass 23 Aug 2012 62,542 miles

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

slight noise from l/h/f wheel bearing

Pass 8 Aug 2011 58,939 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2010 55,125 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Aug 2010 55,125 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 50,055 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 45,287 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 39,160 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 33,451 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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Y159 XSM is a 2001 Nissan Primera in Red with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 Y159 XSM, 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 Y159 XSM registered?

Y159 XSM is a 2001 Nissan Primera, first registered on 15 June 2001.

Is Y159 XSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y159 XSM shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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