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Y261 BGC

2001 Nissan Primera

Grey Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

89,097 mi
Last recorded89,097 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2015
Typical for 2001 Nissan Primera73,712 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY261 BGC
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2015 89,097 miles

frot tyres just 1.6 mm of tread

windscreen chipted biger than 10 mm

Fail 20 Jan 2015 89,097 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

frot tyres just 1.6 mm of tread

windscreen chipted biger than 10 mm

Pass 22 Jan 2014 82,261 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 70,459 miles

windsrceen rear view mirror missing but o/s/f and n/s/f reaer view mirrors ok

Fail 29 Jan 2013 70,459 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

windsrceen rear view mirror missing but o/s/f and n/s/f reaer view mirrors ok

Pass 5 Nov 2011 53,767 miles

front windsrceen rear view mirror missing ok for mot.

spare wheel missing

Fail 2 Nov 2011 53,750 miles

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

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

front windsrceen rear view mirror missing ok for mot.

spare wheel missing

Pass 26 Oct 2010 37,743 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 25,618 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 24,611 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2007 23,929 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 22,382 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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Y261 BGC is a 2001 Nissan Primera in Grey with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y261 BGC, 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 Y261 BGC registered?

Y261 BGC is a 2001 Nissan Primera, first registered on 8 June 2001.

Is Y261 BGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y261 BGC shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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