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GU53 VLJ

2003 Nissan Primera

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

101,055 mi
Last recorded101,055 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2014
Typical for 2003 Nissan Primera70,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU53 VLJ
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2014 101,055 miles

n/s/f droplink has slightly play

Pass 24 Aug 2013 87,393 miles

Oil leak

Pass 1 Sep 2012 73,000 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 61,954 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

general oil leaks

offside front foglamp lens damaged

Pass 2 Sep 2010 60,241 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2007 46,868 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2007 46,359 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2006 28,734 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 31 May 2006 21,732 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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GU53 VLJ is a 2003 Nissan Primera in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GU53 VLJ, 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 GU53 VLJ registered?

GU53 VLJ is a 2003 Nissan Primera, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is GU53 VLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU53 VLJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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