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LR53 VUT

2003 Nissan Primera

Blue Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

97,182 mi
Last recorded97,182 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Nissan Primera70,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 VUT
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2015 97,182 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

front cross member corroding

headlight lenses deteriorating

oil and coolant levels low [ topped up]

Fail 14 Jan 2015 97,182 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

front cross member corroding

headlight lenses deteriorating

oil and coolant levels low [ topped up]

Pass 4 Mar 2014 92,516 miles

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

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

both rear and o/s/f tyre perished

Fail 3 Mar 2014 92,506 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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

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

both rear and o/s/f tyre perished

Pass 4 Mar 2013 84,943 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2013 84,943 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 77,979 miles

offside rear light lens cracked

Pass 24 Oct 2011 74,166 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2011 74,166 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2010 64,572 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 2 Oct 2010 64,568 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside front tyre outer sidewall slightly perished

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 26 Oct 2009 53,927 miles

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

rear hand brake lever has alot of travel little reserve travel remaining when applied

Pass 29 Sep 2008 42,835 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 32,988 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 32,941 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 VUT is a 2003 Nissan Primera in Blue with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VUT, 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.

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What year was LR53 VUT registered?

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

Is LR53 VUT safe to buy?

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