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AO53 DCU

2003 Nissan Primera

Silver Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

108,389 mi
Last recorded108,389 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Nissan Primera70,362 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 DCU
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2016 108,389 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 97,531 miles

Slight play in front bottom ball joint

Pass 2 Sep 2014 128,455 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 72,156 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 60,737 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 50,287 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 44,116 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 38,553 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2009 38,553 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 32,333 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 26,597 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2006 20,078 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

rear wiper rubber split

Pass 30 Aug 2006 20,078 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear wiper rubber split

How Reliable is the Nissan Primera?

Based on 1,768,156 MOT tests across 199,016 vehicles.

68.1%
Pass Rate
6,218
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
199,016
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 96,181
constant velocity joint gaiter split 73,704
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 67,433
Brake pipe excessively corroded 64,631
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 61,222
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AO53 DCU is a 2003 Nissan Primera in Silver with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2003 Nissan Primera models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 70,362 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan Primera fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 96,181 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO53 DCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Primera typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 23 years old, this Nissan Primera is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO53 DCU registered?

AO53 DCU is a 2003 Nissan Primera, first registered on 8 September 2003.

Is AO53 DCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO53 DCU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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