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DX03 VCU

2003 Nissan Navara

Black Diesel 2488cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

66,022 mi
Last recorded66,022 miles
Recorded on21 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Nissan Navara86,842 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX03 VCU
MakeNissan
ModelNavara
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,488cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2019 66,022 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 May 2019 66,018 miles

Brake performance not tested due to leaking pipe (1.2.1 (g))

Brake pipe excessively corroded all 3 out of the load valve (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pivot excessively corroded (1.1.15 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose leaking on an air braking system (1.1.12 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pivot excessively corroded (1.1.15 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake inoperative on one side both sides (1.4.1 (a))

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 62,834 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL REAR PIPES CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 59,020 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 59,020 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 8 Jun 2016 55,612 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 11 May 2015 55,046 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 May 2014 54,021 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 53,309 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 52,507 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 51,479 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 51,479 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 49,479 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 46,924 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 46,924 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 3 May 2008 43,099 miles

Could not get into the boot of this vehicle

Pass 3 May 2007 39,060 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 35,110 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Navara?

Based on 1,323,173 MOT tests across 129,772 vehicles.

74.0%
Pass Rate
8,088
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
129,772
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,592
Registration plate lamp not working 21,149
Brake pipe excessively corroded 18,951
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 17,402
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 17,057
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DX03 VCU is a 2003 Nissan Navara in Black with a 2,488cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2003 Nissan Navara models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 86,842 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan Navara fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 24,592 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX03 VCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Navara typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Nissan Navara is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DX03 VCU registered?

DX03 VCU is a 2003 Nissan Navara, first registered on 1 May 2003.

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