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Y787 VAJ

2001 Nissan Primera

Red Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

130,887 mi
Last recorded130,887 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2012
Typical for 2001 Nissan Primera73,712 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY787 VAJ
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2012 130,887 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2012 130,362 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir cap missing (3.6.G.1a)

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)

AIRBAG warning light on

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

n/s/rear light lens cover broken

Pass 17 Aug 2011 118,830 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 109,870 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2010 109,870 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Fail 30 Dec 2008 109,108 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Dec 2008 109,108 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Dec 2007 103,268 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 96,685 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 96,685 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2006 81,824 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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Y787 VAJ is a 2001 Nissan Primera in Red with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 Y787 VAJ, 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 Y787 VAJ registered?

Y787 VAJ is a 2001 Nissan Primera, first registered on 3 April 2001.

Is Y787 VAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y787 VAJ shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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