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LV53 KCU

2003 Nissan Primera

Blue Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

48,991 mi
Last recorded48,991 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Nissan Primera70,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 48,991 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2024 41,929 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 41,308 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 40,413 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 39,310 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 38,533 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 37,645 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2018 35,866 miles

All 4 tyres old & perished

Pass 7 Sep 2017 34,064 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 32,446 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 30,346 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 28,338 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 26,316 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2013 26,316 miles

Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 24,133 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 22,262 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 20,160 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2009 18,072 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 15,743 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 12,962 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 9,346 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 KCU is a 2003 Nissan Primera in Blue with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 KCU, 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

How do I check the history of LV53 KCU?

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What year was LV53 KCU registered?

LV53 KCU is a 2003 Nissan Primera, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is LV53 KCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV53 KCU shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LV53 KCU have outstanding finance?

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