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Y78 LCU

2001 Nissan Primera

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

101,833 mi
Last recorded101,833 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2023
Typical for 2001 Nissan Primera73,712 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY78 LCU
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2023 101,833 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2023 101,833 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2021 101,495 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 101,470 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2018 100,128 miles

Oil leak ()

exhaust flexi pipe in poor condition

Fail 4 Apr 2018 100,128 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak ()

exhaust flexi pipe in poor condition

Pass 6 Apr 2017 98,311 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 94,882 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 90,737 miles

Oil leak

Pass 3 Apr 2014 86,273 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 81,086 miles

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

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

Oil leak

front exhaust pipe in poor condition

Pass 4 Apr 2012 74,623 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 7 Apr 2011 68,427 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2010 59,578 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 53,073 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 47,453 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 39,407 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 32,892 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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Y78 LCU is a 2001 Nissan Primera in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 Y78 LCU, 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 Y78 LCU registered?

Y78 LCU is a 2001 Nissan Primera, first registered on 2 April 2001.

Is Y78 LCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y78 LCU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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