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Y242 VOB

2001 Nissan Primera

Blue Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2025
Tests29 (20 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate69%

Mileage

144,228 mi
Last recorded144,228 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2024
Typical for 2001 Nissan Primera73,712 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY242 VOB
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

20 pass 9 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2024 144,228 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2024 144,226 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2023 133,428 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2023 133,428 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2022 122,261 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 116,667 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2021 116,665 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced middle outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Feb 2020 112,496 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 107,524 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 103,535 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2018 103,472 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2017 104,669 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 97,685 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2015 94,413 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 11 Feb 2015 94,413 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 91,531 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 86,067 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 82,156 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2012 82,156 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2011 78,622 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2010 74,201 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2010 74,201 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2009 70,640 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 19 Feb 2009 70,640 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2008 65,864 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 30 Jan 2008 65,864 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2007 60,643 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 56,713 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 49,156 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 VOB is a 2001 Nissan Primera in Blue with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69%.

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 VOB, 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 VOB registered?

Y242 VOB is a 2001 Nissan Primera, first registered on 8 March 2001.

Is Y242 VOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y242 VOB shows 29 tests with a 69% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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