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22 Model Years Analyzed

Nissan Primera
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics

Average pass rate across all model years (1991-2023), based on 5,576 DVSA recorded tests.

73%

Average Pass Rate

22

Model Years

6k

Tests Analyzed

Most Tested Year

2005 Nissan Primera MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures

73.4% pass rateBased on 1,161 DVSA tests

Pass Rate by Year

20230%

1 tests

2020100%

1 tests

2019100%

1 tests

2015100%

1 tests

2008100%

1 tests

200781.8%

11 tests

200674.3%

843 tests

200573.4%

1,161 tests

200473.2%

854 tests

200371.1%

682 tests

200271%

558 tests

200175.8%

265 tests

200072.6%

135 tests

199973.5%

324 tests

199872.2%

335 tests

199773.5%

215 tests

199676.4%

72 tests

199580.8%

26 tests

199460%

25 tests

199367.9%

28 tests

199270.6%

17 tests

199175%

20 tests

Most Common Failures Across All Years

  1. 1The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired
  2. 2A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn
  3. 3Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
  4. 4A tyre seriously damaged
  5. 5a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm

Understand these MOT advisories

Structure

Corrosion advisory

GBP 150-500 for small welding repairs, GBP 800+ for structural or repeated corrosion

Suspension

Suspension bush worn

GBP 100-300 per side, depending on whether the bush or full arm is replaced

Tyres

Tyre close to limit

GBP 60-180 per tyre for common cars, more for large wheels or premium tyres

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average MOT pass rate for a Nissan Primera?

The Nissan Primera has an average 73% MOT pass rate across model years 1991 to 2023, based on DVSA test data.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Nissan Primera?

The most common MOT failure reasons for the Nissan Primera across all years are: the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.

Which Nissan Primera year has the best MOT pass rate?

MOT pass rates vary by year - newer models typically have higher pass rates. Check our year-by-year breakdown above to compare pass rates for specific Nissan Primera model years.