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EX53 FBE

2003 Nissan Primera

Blue Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2024
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,491 mi
Last recorded93,491 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2023
Typical for 2003 Nissan Primera70,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 FBE
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2023 93,491 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 85,433 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2022 85,433 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 75,586 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 68,551 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test air fresher (3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Aug 2020 68,359 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test air fresher (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 61,220 miles

Radiator support corroded

Pass 22 Aug 2018 56,631 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 51,088 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2017 51,088 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 45,005 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2016 45,005 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Aug 2015 40,232 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2015 40,232 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 36,632 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 32,350 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 28,635 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 24,235 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2011 24,235 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2010 20,154 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 15,417 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 13,437 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 13,120 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 12,595 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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EX53 FBE is a 2003 Nissan Primera in Blue with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EX53 FBE, 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 EX53 FBE registered?

EX53 FBE is a 2003 Nissan Primera, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is EX53 FBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX53 FBE shows 24 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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