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FV03 OHZ

2003 Nissan Primera

Silver Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2024
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

88,404 mi
Last recorded88,404 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 Nissan Primera70,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV03 OHZ
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2023 88,404 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Slight corrosion on front lower crossmember.

Fail 11 Oct 2023 88,404 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Slight corrosion on front lower crossmember.

Pass 2 Jun 2022 86,060 miles

Central Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 2 Jun 2022 86,060 miles

Central Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 28 Jan 2021 86,059 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2021 86,059 miles

Driver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 83,851 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 83,309 miles

Central Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Jul 2018 83,309 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision loose (1.1.2 (c))

Central Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Bumper insecure sharp edge (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 82,756 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 8 Jul 2017 82,756 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 80,130 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2016 80,130 miles

Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 76,965 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 3 May 2014 75,764 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2014 75,763 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2012 69,309 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 59,538 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2011 59,538 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Fail 20 Sep 2010 48,952 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Sep 2010 48,952 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 32,848 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 67,646 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 25,200 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2007 21,049 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 15,022 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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FV03 OHZ is a 2003 Nissan Primera in Silver with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

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 FV03 OHZ, 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 FV03 OHZ registered?

FV03 OHZ is a 2003 Nissan Primera, first registered on 13 June 2003.

Is FV03 OHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV03 OHZ shows 26 tests with a 65.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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