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HG53 LHB

2003 Nissan Primera

Blue Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

98,436 mi
Last recorded98,436 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Nissan Primera70,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG53 LHB
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 98,436 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 97,241 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 95,493 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2022 93,974 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 92,799 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 91,184 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 88,674 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 86,651 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2018 86,651 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 85,113 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 81,082 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 78,152 miles

Front wipers poor

Nearside Rear tyre starting to crack

Offside Rear tyre starting to crack

Pass 17 Sep 2014 75,772 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 17 Sep 2014 75,772 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Sep 2013 72,148 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 69,112 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2012 69,112 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 66,055 miles

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

Fail 15 Sep 2010 61,991 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2010 61,991 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 57,834 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 50,635 miles

Both front and both rear brake discs wearing thin, recommend thickness check with micrometer is carried out,

Nearside front tyre wearing low on inner edge.

Pass 19 Sep 2007 41,751 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 33,482 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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HG53 LHB is a 2003 Nissan Primera in Blue with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HG53 LHB, 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

How do I check the history of HG53 LHB?

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What year was HG53 LHB registered?

HG53 LHB is a 2003 Nissan Primera, first registered on 27 September 2003.

Is HG53 LHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG53 LHB shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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