2010 Nissan Primastar Se Swb MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Primastar Se Swb models manufactured in 2010, based on 132 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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View 2010 Nissan Primastar Se Swb vintage page → (67.6% current pass rate)2010 Nissan Primastar Se Swb MOT Analysis
The 2010 Nissan Primastar Se Swb has an MOT pass rate of 76.5% based on 132 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 57,493 miles on the odometer. With a 23.5% failure rate, the 2010 Primastar Se Swb is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2010 Nissan Primastar Se Swb is Driver's View of the Road, responsible for 7.6% of failures. Driver's View of the Road issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs range from £100–400. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment is the second most common issue at 7.6%. Suspension follows at 3.8%.
Top failures specific to 2010 models only. The overall Primastar Se Swb page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Driver's View Of The Road | 7.6% | 10 |
| 2 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 7.6% | 10 |
| 3 | Suspension | 3.8% | 5 |
| 4 | Tyres | 3.8% | 5 |
| 5 | Brakes | 2.3% | 3 |
| 6 | Steering | 1.5% | 2 |
| 7 | Body, Structure And General Items | 1.5% | 2 |
| 8 | Registration Plates And Vin | 0.8% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 57,493 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 1.32 | 7.6% | 10 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 1.32 | 7.6% | 10 |
| Suspension | 0.66 | 3.8% | 5 |
| Tyres | 0.66 | 3.8% | 5 |
| Brakes | 0.40 | 2.3% | 3 |
| Steering | 0.26 | 1.5% | 2 |
| Body & Structure | 0.26 | 1.5% | 2 |
| Registration Plates and VIN | 0.13 | 0.8% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2010 Nissan Primastar Se Swb has an MOT pass rate of 76.5% based on 132 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 57,493 miles on the odometer. With a 23.5% failure rate, the 2010 Primastar Se Swb is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2010 Nissan Primastar Se Swb, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to driver's view of the road: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights. At 57,493 average miles, these vehicles are in the mid-range where component wear starts to become a factor.
Driver's View of the Road — 7.6% of failures
Driver's View of the Road issues account for 7.6% of MOT failures on 2010 Nissan Primastar Se Swb models. Driver's View of the Road issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 7.6% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 7.6% of MOT failures on 2010 Nissan Primastar Se Swb models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Suspension — 3.8% of failures
Suspension issues account for 3.8% of MOT failures on 2010 Nissan Primastar Se Swb models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.