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FA03 ZPL

2003 Nissan Primera

Grey Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

229,801 mi
Last recorded229,801 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Nissan Primera70,362 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA03 ZPL
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2016 229,801 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2016 229,801 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 209,716 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 192,606 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2014 192,606 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 171,840 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2013 171,840 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 157,884 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2012 157,884 miles

Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Fail 26 Jul 2011 145,827 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2011 145,827 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 130,826 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 108,222 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 82,107 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 57,256 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2007 57,256 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

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

Offside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2006 43,134 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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FA03 ZPL is a 2003 Nissan Primera in Grey with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 FA03 ZPL, 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 FA03 ZPL registered?

FA03 ZPL is a 2003 Nissan Primera, first registered on 18 August 2003.

Is FA03 ZPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA03 ZPL 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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