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FX53 VCJ

2003 Nissan Terrano

Silver Diesel 2664cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Nissan Terrano77,403 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 VCJ
MakeNissan
ModelTerrano
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,664cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2019

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Under body rust

Pass 24 Aug 2018 86,918 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox and transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 9 Sep 2017 73,630 miles

O/S c.v boot perrished

Pass 18 Aug 2016 59,094 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2016 59,094 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fuel pipes corroded

Pass 18 Jun 2015 49,454 miles

NSF tyre is wearing on the outer edge, suggest tracking

Pass 27 Jun 2014 41,413 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2014 41,413 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 35,519 miles

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

both rear/rear seats not in use at time of test

front exhaust deteriorating

slight diesel leak from engine area

Pass 7 Jun 2012 33,190 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2011 29,241 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 22,731 miles

nearside front tyrte aorn close to limit

Pass 11 Nov 2008 19,703 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 17,116 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Terrano?

Based on 433,615 MOT tests across 34,923 vehicles.

67.2%
Pass Rate
6,358
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
34,923
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 34,504
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 24,436
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 20,176
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 19,286
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 13,722
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FX53 VCJ is a 2003 Nissan Terrano in Silver with a 2,664cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2003 Nissan Terrano models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 77,403 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan Terrano fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 34,504 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FX53 VCJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Terrano typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 23 years old, this Nissan Terrano is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FX53 VCJ registered?

FX53 VCJ is a 2003 Nissan Terrano, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is FX53 VCJ safe to buy?

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