2005 Nissan Primera 1.8L Petrol · AD05 HWR

The most recent MOT test on 11 August 2022 at 84,780 miles resulted in a failure with no defects formally recorded, leaving the vehicle's current roadworthy status unconfirmed. The maintenance trend cannot be classed as stable, worsening, or improving from this data alone, as the single pass in 2021 shows a clean history yet the 2022 failure lacks any advisory or defect detail. Given the test is nearly four years old relative to today's date of 8 July 2026, thePrimera's present condition is unknown and requires fresh inspection before any road use. Recorded mileage rose from 79,550 at the July 2021 pass to 84,780 by the August 2022 failure, a modest 5,230 miles over thirteen months equating to roughly 4,000 miles per year. This low annual figure for a 21-year-old car suggests light use or prolonged standing periods. The DVSA history shows only two entries across the vehicle's later life, with a gap before 2021, so the record is sparse and offers little insight into earlier upkeep or corrosion development. A buyer must commission a current MOT or independent inspection, prioritising structural integrity and hidden corrosion on sills, subframes, and suspension mounting points given the age and unknown storage conditions. The 2022 failure with no listed defect implies an administrative or unrecorded mechanical issue; the tester may have flagged brake discs, coil springs, or suspension bushes off-system. Verify the braking system for binding calipers and check exhaust emissions against current limits. Low mileage has likely spared consumable wear such as tyres and wiper blades, but dormant periods raise risk of seized linkages and perished rubber. Inspect the Primera in person for fluid leaks, steering play, and any prior weld repairs before purchase.