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DY53 DXU

2003 Nissan Terrano

Gold Diesel 2953cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

126,338 mi
Last recorded126,338 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2021
Typical for 2003 Nissan Terrano77,403 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY53 DXU
MakeNissan
ModelTerrano
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,953cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2021 126,338 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2020 120,656 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 110,655 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 104,484 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 96,492 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 88,839 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 82,813 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 77,914 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 72,492 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 65,346 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 65,346 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 58,108 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 49,954 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 42,315 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 34,562 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 29 Aug 2007 25,770 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 18,437 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Terrano?

Based on 433,615 MOT tests across 34,923 vehicles.

67.2%
Pass Rate
6,358
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
34,923
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 34,504
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 24,436
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 20,176
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 19,286
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 13,722
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DY53 DXU is a 2003 Nissan Terrano in Gold with a 2,953cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2003 Nissan Terrano models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 77,403 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan Terrano fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 34,504 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DY53 DXU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Terrano typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 23 years old, this Nissan Terrano is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DY53 DXU registered?

DY53 DXU is a 2003 Nissan Terrano, first registered on 4 September 2003.

Is DY53 DXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY53 DXU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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