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FP53 PFZ

2003 Nissan Primera

Green Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

67,557 mi
Last recorded67,557 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Nissan Primera70,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP53 PFZ
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 67,557 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2023 65,075 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Pass 26 Feb 2022 61,809 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2022 61,809 miles

Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2021 59,400 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2021 59,400 miles

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

Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2020 57,661 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

near side front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 9 Mar 2019 58,483 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2019 58,483 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Mar 2018 51,452 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 48,122 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2017 48,122 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Mar 2016 45,624 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2016 45,619 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front shock absorber gaiter deteriorated

engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of the engine bay

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection underneath the vehicle

Pass 4 Mar 2015 42,608 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 39,132 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 35,512 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 32,871 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 29,943 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2010 26,191 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 22,559 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 19,020 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 16,046 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 15,275 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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FP53 PFZ is a 2003 Nissan Primera in Green with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 FP53 PFZ, 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

How do I check the history of FP53 PFZ?

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What year was FP53 PFZ registered?

FP53 PFZ is a 2003 Nissan Primera, first registered on 20 October 2003.

Is FP53 PFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP53 PFZ shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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