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Nissan Primera

Red · Petrol · 1997 · 1,998 cc

R52 FGOMOT history

R52 FGO is a red petrol Nissan Primera first used on 18 Nov 1997. Its MOT is valid until 6 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 90,389 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Nov 2026
Mileage
90,389 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2025
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,773 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R52 FGO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Primera
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
18 Nov 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

R52 FGO was last recorded at 90,389 miles on 15 Oct 2025, 310 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,079 miles · 4 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
310 miles
Average per year
2,773 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 90,389 miles
  • 2024 – 90,079 miles
  • 2023 – 89,848 miles
  • 2022 – 88,833 miles
  • 2021 – 87,176 miles
  • 2020 – 85,209 miles
  • 2019 – 83,313 miles
  • 2018 – 82,040 miles
  • 2017 – 81,223 miles
  • 2016 – 80,455 miles
  • 2015 – 77,684 miles
  • 2014 – 73,679 miles
  • 2013 – 70,177 miles
  • 2012 – 66,726 miles
  • 2011 – 62,580 miles
  • 2010 – 57,748 miles
  • 2009 – 53,943 miles
  • 2008 – 49,209 miles
  • 2007 – 44,801 miles
  • 2006 – 39,671 miles
  • 2005 – 34,918 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,389 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner lamp defective
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major4 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front bumper grill missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

31 tests since 13 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,389 miles (+310)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    90,389 miles
    Test number
    617088966225
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner lamp defective
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass90,079 miles (+231)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    90,079 miles
    Test number
    706328752369
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass89,848 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    89,848 miles
    Test number
    540161175602
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Fail89,848 miles (+1,015)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,848 miles
    Test number
    502289241856
    • Repaired at testOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass88,833 miles (+53)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    88,833 miles
    Test number
    308386894182
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper grill missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper slightly loose
    • AdvisorySteering rack has a slight seepage of power steering fluid

  6. Fail88,780 miles (+1,604)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,780 miles
    Test number
    378232112810
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper grill missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper slightly loose
    • AdvisorySteering rack has a slight seepage of power steering fluid

  7. Pass87,176 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    87,176 miles
    Test number
    411689745492
    • AdvisoryAge related corrosion.

  8. Fail87,174 miles (+1,965)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,174 miles
    Test number
    295432440818
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryAge related corrosion.
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  9. Pass85,209 miles (+1,896)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    85,209 miles
    Test number
    947997490367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass83,313 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    83,313 miles
    Test number
    376131857890
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  11. Fail83,313 miles (+1,273)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,313 miles
    Test number
    955567319699
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  12. Pass82,040 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    82,040 miles
    Test number
    534367575355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail82,032 miles1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,032 miles
    Test number
    829926973382
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  14. Fail82,032 miles (+809)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,032 miles
    Test number
    978849542387
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  15. Pass81,223 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    81,223 miles
    Test number
    218845768405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail81,221 miles (+766)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,221 miles
    Test number
    822599898848
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  17. Pass80,455 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    80,455 miles
    Test number
    714814211373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail80,455 miles (+2,771)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,455 miles
    Test number
    370337055993
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported Silencer clamp joint (7.1.1)

  19. Pass77,684 miles (+4,005)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    77,684 miles
    Test number
    961151280049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass73,679 miles (+3,502)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    73,679 miles
    Test number
    575539874241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass70,177 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    70,177 miles
    Test number
    627042283233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail70,177 miles (+3,451)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,177 miles
    Test number
    929742283222
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  23. Pass66,726 miles (+4,146)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    66,726 miles
    Test number
    507980082212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass62,580 miles (+4,832)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    62,580 miles
    Test number
    286341881290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass57,748 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    57,748 miles
    Test number
    312483070222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail57,748 miles (+3,805)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,748 miles
    Test number
    374562570243
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  27. Pass53,943 miles (+4,734)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    53,943 miles
    Test number
    312328179257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass49,209 miles (+4,408)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    49,209 miles
    Test number
    662963478210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass44,801 miles (+5,130)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    44,801 miles
    Test number
    781793387283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass39,671 miles (+4,753)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    39,671 miles
    Test number
    674342786205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass34,918 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    34,918 miles
    Test number
    384756485200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R52 FGO

Does R52 FGO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R52 FGO is valid until 6 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on R52 FGO?
The MOT on R52 FGO is valid until 6 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R52 FGO done?
R52 FGO was recorded at 90,389 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2025, an average of 2,773 miles a year.
Has R52 FGO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R52 FGO has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on R52 FGO ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on R52 FGO find?
R52 FGO passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear inner lamp defective; oil leak, but not excessive.

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