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Nissan Primera

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,998 cc

T881 KBUMOT history

T881 KBU is a red petrol Nissan Primera first used on 15 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 161,939 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Aug 2027
Mileage
161,939 mi
At MOT on 6 Aug 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,112 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T881 KBU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Primera
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T881 KBU was last recorded at 161,939 miles on 6 Aug 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Feb 2012: 10,448 miles, lower than 100,628 miles on 18 Feb 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
161,937 miles · 29 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,112 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,939 miles
  • 2025 – 158,168 miles
  • 2023 – 151,752 miles
  • 2019 – 150,852 miles
  • 2018 – 140,962 miles
  • 2017 – 133,238 miles
  • 2016 – 127,659 miles
  • 2015 – 121,689 miles
  • 2014 – 115,752 miles
  • 2013 – 109,450 miles
  • 2012 – 10,448 miles
  • 2011 – 100,628 miles
  • 2010 – 96,617 miles
  • 2009 – 92,840 miles
  • 2008 – 90,475 miles
  • 2007 – 84,674 miles
  • 2006 – 77,991 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,939 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisorySeveral non pescribed areas heavly corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • All four arches corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

27 tests since 7 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,939 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    161,939 miles
    Test number
    312941005496
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeveral non pescribed areas heavly corroded

  2. Fail161,937 miles (+3,769)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,937 miles
    Test number
    214382841632
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeveral non pescribed areas heavly corroded

  3. Pass158,168 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    158,168 miles
    Test number
    353364354307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail158,160 miles (+6,408)2 major1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,160 miles
    Test number
    533709992713
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  5. Pass151,752 miles (+900)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    151,752 miles
    Test number
    902761902002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass150,852 miles (+9,890)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    150,852 miles
    Test number
    736599200249
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll four arches corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth sills very corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension corroded

  7. Pass140,962 miles (+7,724)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    140,962 miles
    Test number
    740978855391
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush o/s n/s (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryAll four arches corroded
    • AdvisoryAll suspension corroded
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted on sills obstruct inspection
    • AdvisoryUnderneath corroded

  8. Pass133,238 miles (+5,579)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    133,238 miles
    Test number
    307778082682
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOSR tyre inner sidewall split but not to cords 215/40R17 81W Goodride
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  9. Pass127,659 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    127,659 miles
    Test number
    612484254880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail127,658 miles (+5,969)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,658 miles
    Test number
    515541214187
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

  11. Pass121,689 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    121,689 miles
    Test number
    498879165096
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NotePlay in wiper linkage

  12. Fail121,689 miles (+5,937)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,689 miles
    Test number
    107097555045
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NotePlay in wiper linkage

  13. Pass115,752 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    115,752 miles
    Test number
    195142154080
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/s rear tyre badly perished
    • NoteWindscreen wiper linkage worn

  14. Fail115,752 miles (+6,302)4 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,752 miles
    Test number
    707134644062
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/s rear tyre badly perished
    • NoteWindscreen wiper linkage worn

  15. Pass109,450 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    109,450 miles
    Test number
    299428133056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s windscreen wiper linkage worn

  16. Fail109,449 miles (+99,001)1 dangerous2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,449 miles
    Test number
    825508333032
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass10,448 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    10,448 miles
    Test number
    166977442020
    • NoteParking brake efficiency 17% minimum16%

  18. Fail10,448 miles (-90,180)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,448 miles
    Test number
    869547442025
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass100,628 miles (+4,011)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    100,628 miles
    Test number
    907929741071
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass96,617 miles (+2)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    96,617 miles
    Test number
    650524040046
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront suspension stiff.

  21. Fail96,615 miles (+3,775)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,615 miles
    Test number
    991683940063
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront suspension stiff.

  22. Fail92,840 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,840 miles
    Test number
    222907149055
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

  23. Pass92,840 miles (+2,365)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    92,840 miles
    Test number
    752737149025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass90,475 miles (+5,801)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    90,475 miles
    Test number
    473743358042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteN/S/R tyre damaged on the rim protector
    • NoteNumber plates not showing the legal markings

  25. Pass84,674 miles (+6,683)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    84,674 miles
    Test number
    292088747074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass77,991 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    77,991 miles
    Test number
    131836666444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail77,991 miles5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,991 miles
    Test number
    690556866018
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Questions about T881 KBU

Does T881 KBU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T881 KBU is valid until 6 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T881 KBU?
The MOT on T881 KBU is valid until 6 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T881 KBU done?
T881 KBU was recorded at 161,939 miles at its MOT on 6 Aug 2026, an average of 4,112 miles a year.
Has T881 KBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T881 KBU has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T881 KBU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Feb 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T881 KBU find?
T881 KBU passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; offside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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