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FM03 HWN

2003 Nissan Primera

Blue Petrol 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

148,272 mi
Last recorded148,272 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2015
Typical for 2003 Nissan Primera70,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM03 HWN
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2015 148,272 miles

Offside Rear door rusty

Oil leak

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

Pass 19 Dec 2014 141,431 miles

ADVISED engine mount movement

ADVISED slight play in both front wheels

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 29 Nov 2013 134,702 miles

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

Nearside Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Nov 2013 134,702 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Nov 2012 108,051 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2012 108,051 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 92,782 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 57,064 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 79,294 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 134,730 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 100,604 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 79,777 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 77,442 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2006 76,907 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

exhaust heat shield loose due to impact to rear end..

nearside rear tyre has a nail near inner sidewall

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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FM03 HWN is a 2003 Nissan Primera in Blue with a 2,184cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 FM03 HWN, 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 FM03 HWN registered?

FM03 HWN is a 2003 Nissan Primera, first registered on 19 June 2003.

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