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Y229 MGU

2001 Nissan Primera

Silver Diesel 1974cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2009
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

108,588 mi
Last recorded108,588 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2008
Typical for 2001 Nissan Primera73,712 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY229 MGU
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,974cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2008 108,588 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 84,813 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 149,553 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2007 149,553 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jul 2006 139,555 miles

oil leak

Pass 16 Jan 2006 134,435 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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Y229 MGU is a 2001 Nissan Primera in Silver with a 1,974cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 Y229 MGU, 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 Y229 MGU registered?

Y229 MGU is a 2001 Nissan Primera, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y229 MGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y229 MGU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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