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HF53 LHG

2003 Nissan Pickup

Blue Diesel 2488cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2021
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

31,315 mi
Last recorded31,315 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2021
Typical for 2003 Nissan Pickup83,957 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF53 LHG
MakeNissan
ModelPickup
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,488cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Fail 16 Jun 2021 31,315 miles

Central Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced all marked with white chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced all marked with white chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced all marked with white chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

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

all corrosion marked with white chalk

Pass 29 Jun 2020 27,628 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2020 27,616 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength marked white (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength marked white (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear both sides (1.1.11 (c))

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

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

General corrosion underside of the vehicle

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2018 26,751 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 24,749 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2017 24,749 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings middle (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings middle (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 12 Dec 2016 22,905 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 20,362 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 18,545 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 16,620 miles

brake pipe across bulkhead corroded

brake pipe corroded at offside front

Fail 25 Nov 2013 16,587 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

front brake discs corroded

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

brake pipe across bulkhead corroded

brake pipe corroded at offside front

Pass 13 Nov 2012 14,821 miles

front brake discs are deteriated. recommend renewal

front number plate is starting to de-laminate. recommend renewal

section of rear brake pipe is heavily corroded. recommend renewal

Pass 8 Nov 2011 13,323 miles

both front brake discs are deteriated. recommend renewal

Fail 7 Nov 2011 13,323 miles

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both front brake discs are deteriated. recommend renewal

Pass 8 Nov 2010 12,027 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2010 12,009 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

offside front brake disc corroded

Pass 11 Nov 2009 10,505 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 8,317 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 6,623 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 4,461 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Pickup?

Based on 139,472 MOT tests across 10,648 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
6,395
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
10,648
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,683
brake binding 6,967
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,530
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,217
Exhaust system not adequately supported 3,701
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HF53 LHG is a 2003 Nissan Pickup in Blue with a 2,488cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2003 Nissan Pickup models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 83,957 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Nissan Pickup fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 9,683 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HF53 LHG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Pickup typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Nissan Pickup is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HF53 LHG registered?

HF53 LHG is a 2003 Nissan Pickup, first registered on 1 December 2003.

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