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Nissan Primera

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 1,597 cc

R686 SWJMOT history

R686 SWJ is a blue petrol Nissan Primera first used on 4 Aug 1997. Its MOT expired on 20 Sept 2023 and it has passed 16 of 29 MOT tests, with 101,148 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Sept 2023
Mileage
101,148 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2023
MOT tests
29
16 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,012 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R686 SWJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Primera
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
4 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

R686 SWJ was last recorded at 101,148 miles on 11 Sept 2023, 2,045 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,103 miles · 20 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
2,045 miles
Average per year
3,012 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 101,148 miles
  • 2022 – 99,103 miles
  • 2021 – 98,710 miles
  • 2020 – 98,089 miles
  • 2019 – 94,789 miles
  • 2018 – 89,430 miles
  • 2017 – 83,958 miles
  • 2016 – 77,976 miles
  • 2015 – 73,511 miles
  • 2014 – 70,408 miles
  • 2013 – 67,232 miles
  • 2012 – 63,941 miles
  • 2010 – 59,623 miles
  • 2009 – 56,201 miles
  • 2008 – 52,833 miles
  • 2007 – 51,688 miles
  • 2006 – 48,473 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail101,148 miles
  • MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Position lamp not working both lights (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorRear Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced both chasies 2 floor 2 (6.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorVehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting both outer sill iner closing panles holed and week boot floor chase osr floor holed sevral spots (6.2.2 (d) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Under vehicle structure corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2019

  • Front Oil leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

29 tests since 17 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail101,148 miles (+2,045)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,148 miles
    Test number
    778091582470
    • MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Position lamp not working both lights (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced both chasies 2 floor 2 (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorVehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting both outer sill iner closing panles holed and week boot floor chase osr floor holed sevral spots (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass99,103 miles (+2)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    99,103 miles
    Test number
    148880446586
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail99,101 miles (+391)2 dangerous3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,101 miles
    Test number
    815693784557
    • DangerousFront Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired front jacking points hold rear week both sills holed rear 1/4 panles iners heavley undersaled poor wellding throw car sevral spots (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper blade missing 2 (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass98,710 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    98,710 miles
    Test number
    311510433133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail98,710 miles (+621)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,710 miles
    Test number
    445291629587
    • DangerousNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different size tyres are fitted on twin wheels odd sizesx2 (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened shocer mont swollen os sill a post b post holed (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  6. Pass98,089 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    98,089 miles
    Test number
    933147910205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail98,087 miles (+3,298)4 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,087 miles
    Test number
    928957358576
    • MajorFront Vehicle Identification Number incomplete (0.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorVehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both outer sills jaking points rear floor pan rear iner 1?4 panles holedsevral spots (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

  8. Pass94,789 miles (+38)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    94,789 miles
    Test number
    205636831857
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle structure corroded

  9. Fail94,751 miles (+5,321)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,751 miles
    Test number
    861931417893
    • MajorFront Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Both sides wheel arches (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle structure corroded

  10. Pass89,430 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    89,430 miles
    Test number
    937682548417
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle structure corroded

  11. Fail89,430 miles (+5,472)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,430 miles
    Test number
    176890015957
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle structure corroded

  12. Pass83,958 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    83,958 miles
    Test number
    618522177908
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail83,958 miles (+5,982)9 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,958 miles
    Test number
    441259278653
    • FailureFront Brake hose excessively damaged Both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion arch (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear Direction indicator incorrect colour Both sides (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass77,976 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    77,976 miles
    Test number
    297725789460
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle structure corroded

  15. Fail77,970 miles (+4,459)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,970 miles
    Test number
    972603682540
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded Both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle structure corroded

  16. Pass73,511 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    73,511 miles
    Test number
    325277787710
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded Both sides (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail73,511 miles (+3,103)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,511 miles
    Test number
    294126771313
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Marked sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Under floor (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Marked sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Wheel arch (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded Both sides (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass70,408 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    70,408 miles
    Test number
    276179554248
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail70,408 miles (+3,176)10 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,408 miles
    Test number
    625979354226
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass67,232 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    67,232 miles
    Test number
    339941663202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail67,232 miles (+3,291)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,232 miles
    Test number
    526031163225
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass63,941 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    63,941 miles
    Test number
    576838882065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail63,941 miles (+4,318)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,941 miles
    Test number
    589578282086
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  24. Pass59,623 miles (+3,422)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    59,623 miles
    Test number
    560502470258
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass56,201 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    56,201 miles
    Test number
    310545759407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail56,201 miles (+3,368)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,201 miles
    Test number
    854644659232
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake pipes croed

  27. Pass52,833 miles (+1,145)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    52,833 miles
    Test number
    194406388416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass51,688 miles (+3,215)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    51,688 miles
    Test number
    160972487424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass48,473 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    48,473 miles
    Test number
    161666076494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R686 SWJ

Does R686 SWJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R686 SWJ expired on 20 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R686 SWJ?
The MOT on R686 SWJ expired on 20 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R686 SWJ done?
R686 SWJ was recorded at 101,148 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2023, an average of 3,012 miles a year.
Has R686 SWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R686 SWJ has failed 13 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on R686 SWJ 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 R686 SWJ find?
R686 SWJ failed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2023 with 8 major defects: central rear stop lamp(s) not working; nearside rear stop lamp(s) not working; offside front position lamp not working, and 5 more.

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