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Y557 KBM

2001 Nissan Primera

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

79,567 mi
Last recorded79,567 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2023
Typical for 2001 Nissan Primera73,712 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY557 KBM
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2023 79,567 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Oct 2023 79,532 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength upper arm mounting. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2022 78,833 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2022 78,833 miles

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

under vehicle corroded

Pass 13 Oct 2021 76,725 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Test carried out in wet conditions

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres are cracking and perishing around the edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2020 73,833 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened wishbone (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened wishbone (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 May 2019 71,343 miles

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear smaller sizes fitted at rear axle

Fail 27 Apr 2019 71,335 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear smaller sizes fitted at rear axle

Pass 23 Mar 2018 70,977 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 70,559 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 68,851 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 67,837 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 66,356 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 65,204 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2012 62,931 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 59,813 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 59,813 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 56,226 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 51,000 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 45,169 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 39,434 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 31,922 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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Y557 KBM is a 2001 Nissan Primera in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 Y557 KBM, 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.

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What year was Y557 KBM registered?

Y557 KBM is a 2001 Nissan Primera, first registered on 26 March 2001.

Is Y557 KBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y557 KBM shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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