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FV53 NBN

2003 Nissan Primera

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

188,471 mi
Last recorded188,471 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Nissan Primera70,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV53 NBN
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2018 188,471 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 180,965 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2017 180,933 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 170,643 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2015 158,590 miles

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

front crossmember coroding

Fail 17 Jan 2015 158,330 miles

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

front crossmember coroding

Pass 28 Jan 2014 149,009 miles

exhaust rear shield loose

front brake pad wear

front inner crossmember rusting

offside rear inner wheel rim slight distortion

Pass 11 Jan 2013 138,852 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 117,212 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2011 117,209 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 12 Jan 2011 111,381 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2011 111,365 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 29 Dec 2009 94,678 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2008 79,797 miles

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 4 Jan 2008 64,165 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2006 44,645 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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FV53 NBN is a 2003 Nissan Primera in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FV53 NBN, 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 FV53 NBN registered?

FV53 NBN is a 2003 Nissan Primera, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is FV53 NBN safe to buy?

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