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Nissan Primera

Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 1,998 cc

Y231 JFCMOT history

Y231 JFC is a grey petrol Nissan Primera first used on 24 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 26 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 146,846 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Jan 2023
Mileage
146,846 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2022
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,408 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y231 JFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Primera
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
24 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y231 JFC was last recorded at 146,846 miles on 27 Jan 2022, 9,947 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Jun 2011: 49,243 miles, lower than 73,661 miles on 8 Jun 2010.

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
136,899 miles · 26 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
9,947 miles
Average per year
6,408 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 146,846 miles
  • 2021 – 136,899 miles
  • 2020 – 123,446 miles
  • 2019 – 108,825 miles
  • 2018 – 94,868 miles
  • 2016 – 75,872 miles
  • 2015 – 62,063 miles
  • 2014 – 62,015 miles
  • 2013 – 56,584 miles
  • 2012 – 55,191 miles
  • 2011 – 49,243 miles
  • 2010 – 73,661 miles
  • 2009 – 67,783 miles
  • 2008 – 59,039 miles
  • 2007 – 51,732 miles
  • 2006 – 45,475 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,846 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play n/s & o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Radiator cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s & o/s (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s & o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Wiper arms distorted slightly
  • AdvisoryFront n/s & o/s brake components coated in fluid from repair
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s & o/s (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
  • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s & o/s chassis rails (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s & o/s outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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 Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front wing needs attention

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • X 2 bumper damage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 3 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,846 miles (+9,947)3 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    146,846 miles
    Test number
    500779388616
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play n/s & o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Radiator cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s & o/s (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s & o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wiper arms distorted slightly
    • AdvisoryFront n/s & o/s brake components coated in fluid from repair
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s & o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s & o/s chassis rails (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s & o/s outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass136,899 miles3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    136,899 miles
    Test number
    984389857670
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Both & wiper arms distorted (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s & o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s & o/s inner & outer sills & floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail136,896 miles (+13,450)2 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,896 miles
    Test number
    829420179530
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Both & wiper arms distorted (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s & o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s & o/s inner & outer sills & floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass123,446 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    123,446 miles
    Test number
    400897127060
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp lens damaged but does not show white light to the rear
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail123,444 miles (+14,619)2 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,444 miles
    Test number
    954248387507
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp lens damaged but does not show white light to the rear
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass108,825 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    108,825 miles
    Test number
    243456867799
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing needs attention
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryX 2 bumper damage

  7. Fail108,821 miles (+13,953)1 dangerous8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,821 miles
    Test number
    582830798075
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Body component insecure sill (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear 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))
    • MajorRear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing needs attention
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryX 2 bumper damage

  8. Pass94,868 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    94,868 miles
    Test number
    987049719453
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  9. Fail94,866 miles (+18,994)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,866 miles
    Test number
    357068157808
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  10. Pass75,872 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    75,872 miles
    Test number
    533602512872
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail75,872 miles (+13,809)5 failures4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,872 miles
    Test number
    868991414248
    • FailureNearside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail62,063 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,063 miles
    Test number
    108386645131
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteCorrosion in progress

  13. Pass62,063 miles (+48)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2016
    Odometer
    62,063 miles
    Test number
    918686045184
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteCorrosion in progress

  14. Pass62,015 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    62,015 miles
    Test number
    676105344273
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail62,015 miles (+5,431)2 dangerous3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,015 miles
    Test number
    575354444225
    • DangerousNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • DangerousOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureFront constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass56,584 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    56,584 miles
    Test number
    699342233232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail56,584 miles (+1,393)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,584 miles
    Test number
    815381333249
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Pass55,191 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    55,191 miles
    Test number
    246677982250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail55,191 miles (+5,948)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,191 miles
    Test number
    499747182270
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  20. Pass49,243 miles (-24,418)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    49,243 miles
    Test number
    537248251128
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass73,661 miles (+5,878)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    73,661 miles
    Test number
    254109650132
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass67,783 miles (+8,744)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    67,783 miles
    Test number
    724861999058
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBattery insecure

  23. Pass59,039 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    59,039 miles
    Test number
    463262898020
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail59,039 miles (+7,307)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,039 miles
    Test number
    190032398441
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass51,732 miles (+6,257)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    51,732 miles
    Test number
    580103997022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass45,475 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    45,475 miles
    Test number
    233903096076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y231 JFC

Does Y231 JFC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y231 JFC expired on 26 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y231 JFC?
The MOT on Y231 JFC expired on 26 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y231 JFC done?
Y231 JFC was recorded at 146,846 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2022, an average of 6,408 miles a year.
Has Y231 JFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y231 JFC has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on Y231 JFC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Jun 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y231 JFC find?
Y231 JFC passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2022 with 3 minor defects and 15 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated, and 15 more.

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