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FT03 DZN

2003 Nissan Primera

Blue Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

120,980 mi
Last recorded120,980 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Nissan Primera70,362 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT03 DZN
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 120,980 miles

Central Rear Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage return back of engine (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2024 115,976 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2023 111,326 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust heat shield insecure

front shock absorbers gaiters split

oil leak

Pass 25 Oct 2022 105,386 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

exhaust heat shield insecure

front shock absorbers gaiters split

oil leak

Pass 2 Nov 2021 100,365 miles

both front shock absorbers gaiters split

oil leak oil around steering rack

underside both inner sills corroded but solid

Pass 3 Nov 2020 96,791 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Nov 2020 96,791 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2019 92,879 miles

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

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 87,218 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 82,704 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 78,988 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2015 74,505 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 71,075 miles

front cross meber slight corsion

Pass 8 Aug 2013 66,637 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2012 62,600 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

steering rack damp

Pass 22 Jul 2011 59,497 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 59,497 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2010 96,089 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2009 43,540 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 34,439 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 28,894 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 22,057 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2006 22,057 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)

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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FT03 DZN is a 2003 Nissan Primera in Blue with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 FT03 DZN, 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 FT03 DZN registered?

FT03 DZN is a 2003 Nissan Primera, first registered on 31 July 2003.

Is FT03 DZN safe to buy?

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