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Y242 PRX

2001 Nissan Primera

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2020
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

98,517 mi
Last recorded98,517 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2019
Typical for 2001 Nissan Primera73,712 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY242 PRX
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2019 98,517 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 97,475 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Aug 2018 97,475 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 94,364 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 90,864 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 90,861 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 May 2015 88,588 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2014 84,833 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 78,905 miles
Fail 29 May 2013 78,890 miles

Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Fail 21 May 2012 72,283 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2012 72,283 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 65,998 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 59,260 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2010 59,260 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 52,677 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 45,329 miles
Fail 27 May 2008 45,329 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 May 2007 38,556 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 33,437 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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Y242 PRX is a 2001 Nissan Primera in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y242 PRX, 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 Y242 PRX registered?

Y242 PRX is a 2001 Nissan Primera, first registered on 8 June 2001.

Is Y242 PRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y242 PRX shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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