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FA03 TXE

2003 Nissan Interstar

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

178,996 mi
Last recorded178,996 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Nissan Interstar98,672 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA03 TXE
MakeNissan
ModelInterstar
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2016 178,996 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Oct 2015 178,685 miles

slith oil licking

Fail 27 Oct 2015 178,685 miles

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

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

slith oil licking

Pass 26 Sep 2014 162,374 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2014 162,374 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2013 153,498 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 149,349 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 147,235 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2011 147,234 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 141,666 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear discs corroded

Pass 22 Feb 2010 123,387 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 118,354 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 118,354 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 20 Jul 2007 109,949 miles

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

rear numberplate becoming defused

Pass 20 Jul 2007 109,949 miles

rear numberplate becoming defused

Pass 14 Jul 2006 81,742 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2006 81,742 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

How Reliable is the Nissan Interstar?

Based on 43,912 MOT tests across 2,883 vehicles.

66.6%
Pass Rate
7,170
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
2,883
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,076
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,644
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,471
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,415
Registration plate lamp not working 1,350
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FA03 TXE is a 2003 Nissan Interstar in Blue with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2003 Nissan Interstar models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 98,672 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 Interstar fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 3,076 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FA03 TXE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Interstar typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Nissan Interstar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FA03 TXE?

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What year was FA03 TXE registered?

FA03 TXE is a 2003 Nissan Interstar, first registered on 16 July 2003.

Is FA03 TXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA03 TXE shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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