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EA03 XNS

2003 Nissan Primera

Grey Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2023
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

133,646 mi
Last recorded133,646 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2022
Typical for 2003 Nissan Primera70,362 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA03 XNS
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2022 133,646 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Mar 2022 133,646 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2020 131,056 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 23 Aug 2020 131,056 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2019 129,337 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2018 127,313 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 124,600 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Fail 1 Jun 2017 124,596 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Power steering component(s) leaking Steering Rack Leaking (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2016 121,827 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2016 121,827 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 3 Jun 2015 118,417 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front panel rusting

Pass 3 Jun 2015 118,417 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

front panel rusting

Pass 30 May 2014 115,237 miles

can not check outer door sills trims fitted

engine under tray fitted

n/s/r shock rubber boot split and hanging loose

o/s/f shock starting to weep oil

strong advice both front tyres on limit of 1,6mm

Pass 31 May 2013 110,726 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 100,792 miles

Offside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Fail 28 Mar 2012 100,792 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 93,292 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 93,249 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Power steering pump leaking from a failed joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 87,243 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 76,165 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 66,733 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 54,144 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 43,778 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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EA03 XNS is a 2003 Nissan Primera in Grey with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 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 EA03 XNS, 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 EA03 XNS registered?

EA03 XNS is a 2003 Nissan Primera, first registered on 29 March 2003.

Is EA03 XNS safe to buy?

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