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FY03 FZB

2003 Nissan Primera

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

138,093 mi
Last recorded138,093 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Nissan Primera70,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY03 FZB
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 138,093 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Central silencer (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Rear brake discs showing signs of overheating (heat discolouration on edges)

Fail 27 Aug 2025 137,243 miles

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

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

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side Both sides efficiency below requirements, offside inoperative (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Central silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Fluid residue around power steering reservoir

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2024 127,215 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2023 118,752 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 31 Oct 2022 114,982 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 21 Oct 2022 114,861 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Oct 2021 110,472 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2020 107,220 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all vehicle ferules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear brake pipe into flexi heavily corroded

Offside Rear brake pipe into flexi heavily corroded

Pass 17 Oct 2019 103,310 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 99,505 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 99,487 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 99,276 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 97,006 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak

Pass 5 Mar 2014 94,162 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Mar 2013 88,364 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 81,931 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 73,666 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 9 Mar 2010 64,812 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 55,371 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 46,443 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 37,796 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 29,664 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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FY03 FZB is a 2003 Nissan Primera in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FY03 FZB, 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 FY03 FZB registered?

FY03 FZB is a 2003 Nissan Primera, first registered on 4 April 2003.

Is FY03 FZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY03 FZB shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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