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AO53 OFM

2003 Nissan Primera

Red Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

64,918 mi
Last recorded64,918 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Nissan Primera70,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 OFM
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2017 64,918 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

Fail 10 Nov 2017 64,837 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 62,946 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2016 62,946 miles

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Pass 5 Nov 2015 60,501 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2015 60,500 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Nov 2014 57,669 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 Nov 2013 54,207 miles

Oil leak

Pass 9 Nov 2012 50,326 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 45,247 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2011 45,247 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Nov 2010 39,478 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2010 39,381 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Nov 2009 34,154 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2009 34,154 miles

Nearside Outer Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Inner Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Pass 10 Nov 2008 28,404 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2008 28,373 miles

Offside Outer Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting nut missing (2.4.G.1)

Pass 5 Nov 2007 23,001 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 1 Nov 2006 18,018 miles

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 OFM is a 2003 Nissan Primera in Red with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OFM, 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.

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What year was AO53 OFM registered?

AO53 OFM is a 2003 Nissan Primera, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is AO53 OFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO53 OFM shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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