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LR53 VVZ

2003 Nissan Primera

Grey Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2020
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

79,795 mi
Last recorded79,795 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 Nissan Primera70,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 VVZ
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2019 79,795 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 76,262 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear joint (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 74,583 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 71,121 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 29 Sep 2016 71,121 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 28 Sep 2015 64,805 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Sep 2015 64,803 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2014 59,301 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2014 59,301 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 53,000 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)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 45,920 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2011 40,945 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 40,945 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 36,875 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 32,192 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 29,509 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 25,898 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2007 25,898 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

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

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)

Pass 5 Sep 2006 19,756 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2006 19,482 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Bumper damaged.

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 VVZ is a 2003 Nissan Primera in Grey with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 VVZ, 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 VVZ registered?

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

Is LR53 VVZ safe to buy?

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