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Y279 GCU

2001 Nissan Primera

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

79,239 mi
Last recorded79,239 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2016
Typical for 2001 Nissan Primera73,712 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY279 GCU
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2016 79,239 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 75,445 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2015 75,445 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 27 Feb 2014 70,230 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2014 70,230 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 69,049 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 67,723 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 66,949 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 65,911 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2010 65,911 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Feb 2009 64,717 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 63,299 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 May 2007 58,959 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 43,643 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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Y279 GCU is a 2001 Nissan Primera in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 Y279 GCU, 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

How do I check the history of Y279 GCU?

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What year was Y279 GCU registered?

Y279 GCU is a 2001 Nissan Primera, first registered on 29 March 2001.

Is Y279 GCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y279 GCU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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