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GK53 ZCY

2003 Nissan Primera

Gold Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

126,287 mi
Last recorded126,287 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Nissan Primera70,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK53 ZCY
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2018 126,287 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both headlamps (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Jan 2017 118,502 miles

Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2015 111,930 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2015 111,930 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 106,015 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 101,945 miles

Front Headlights are discoloured and show a poor pattern.

Fail 20 Dec 2013 101,874 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Direction indicator has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Front Headlights are discoloured and show a poor pattern.

Pass 22 Dec 2012 97,418 miles

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

Fail 21 Dec 2012 97,410 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2011 92,609 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 88,813 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 73,584 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 52,502 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 42,129 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 32,019 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 21,310 miles

both front wiper blades are starting to split on ends

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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GK53 ZCY is a 2003 Nissan Primera in Gold with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GK53 ZCY, 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 GK53 ZCY registered?

GK53 ZCY is a 2003 Nissan Primera, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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