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Y488 MFA

2001 Nissan Primera

Silver Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

75,030 mi
Last recorded75,030 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2008
Typical for 2001 Nissan Primera73,712 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY488 MFA
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2008 75,030 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2008 75,005 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 9 Feb 2007 40,553 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2007 40,553 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Battery insecure

Pass 9 Jan 2006 7,413 miles

bumper insecure

lots of underside damage mileage does not seem to match condition of car

Fail 5 Jan 2006 7,412 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)

bumper insecure

lots of underside damage mileage does not seem to match condition of car

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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Y488 MFA is a 2001 Nissan Primera in Silver with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 Y488 MFA, 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 Y488 MFA registered?

Y488 MFA is a 2001 Nissan Primera, first registered on 25 April 2001.

Is Y488 MFA safe to buy?

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