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LV53 CDU

2003 Nissan Primera

Blue Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

37,180 mi
Last recorded37,180 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Nissan Primera70,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV53 CDU
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2025 37,180 miles

Coil spring corroded front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Under vehicle structure corroded front to rear

Pass 24 Oct 2024 35,731 miles

Nearside Front Lower wishbone corroded

Nearside Front Upper wishbone corroded

Nearside Rear Lower wishbone corroded

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Lower wishbone corroded

Offside Front Upper wishbone corroded

Offside Rear Lower wishbone corroded

Pass 14 Oct 2023 35,657 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2023 35,657 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 35,509 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2022 35,508 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Oct 2021 35,278 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2021 35,275 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 35,060 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 34,347 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive Power Steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 25 Jun 2018 33,601 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 32,752 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 31,833 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 31,090 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 29,761 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 28,690 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 26,394 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 25,318 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 24,330 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 23,235 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 23,235 miles

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 1 Jul 2008 21,984 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 20,648 miles

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

O/S/F DOOR MIRROR CASING BROKEN.

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2006 18,710 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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LV53 CDU 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 LV53 CDU, 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 LV53 CDU registered?

LV53 CDU is a 2003 Nissan Primera, first registered on 18 November 2003.

Is LV53 CDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV53 CDU 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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