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LR53 UPN

2003 Nissan Primera

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

21,814 mi
Last recorded21,814 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Nissan Primera70,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 UPN
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 21,814 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2025 20,115 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 19,565 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 7 Nov 2022 19,094 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 18,491 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 18,184 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 23 Oct 2019 17,752 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

reverse lights not working

Pass 18 Oct 2018 17,036 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread wearing low, worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded at flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 18 Oct 2018 17,034 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread wearing low, worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded at flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2017 16,342 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 15,688 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2016 15,688 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Nov 2015 15,012 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 14,189 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 13,486 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 12,987 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 12,515 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 11,486 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 10,962 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 10,334 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 9,820 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 8,307 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 UPN is a 2003 Nissan Primera in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 LR53 UPN, 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 UPN registered?

LR53 UPN is a 2003 Nissan Primera, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is LR53 UPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR53 UPN shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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