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LR53 EFX

2003 Nissan Primera

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

26,680 mi
Last recorded26,680 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Nissan Primera70,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 EFX
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 26,680 miles

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

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both pitting slightly (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2024 23,787 miles

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective both hazy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 20,800 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2022 20,045 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 19,212 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Sep 2020 18,376 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 18,370 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 18,324 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 18,079 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 17,620 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 17,228 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2014 16,877 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2014 16,877 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 16,028 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 15,864 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 15,495 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 14,400 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 13,899 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2009 13,899 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 12,484 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 12,484 miles

Centre Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2007 9,748 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 7,400 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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LR53 EFX is a 2003 Nissan Primera in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 LR53 EFX, 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 LR53 EFX registered?

LR53 EFX is a 2003 Nissan Primera, first registered on 20 September 2003.

Is LR53 EFX safe to buy?

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