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Y301 GCU

2001 Nissan Primera

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

72,888 mi
Last recorded72,888 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2017
Typical for 2001 Nissan Primera73,712 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY301 GCU
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2017 72,888 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 66,714 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 63,133 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2014 59,756 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 59,756 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 55,999 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 51,092 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 46,230 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 40,348 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 36,248 miles

both front tyres nearing limit

surface rust on brake discs

Pass 1 May 2008 28,275 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 24,685 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Apr 2006 22,730 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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Y301 GCU is a 2001 Nissan Primera in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 Y301 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 Y301 GCU?

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What year was Y301 GCU registered?

Y301 GCU is a 2001 Nissan Primera, first registered on 31 March 2001.

Is Y301 GCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y301 GCU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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