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LY53 BKU

2003 Nissan Kubistar

Red Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

29,688 mi
Last recorded29,688 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Nissan Kubistar80,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY53 BKU
MakeNissan
ModelKubistar
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2019 29,688 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2019 29,688 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 27,252 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 25,746 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 24,092 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 23,192 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 22,230 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 20,479 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 19,184 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 18,424 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2010 15,183 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 14,266 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2008 14,266 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 Nov 2007 13,332 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 9,299 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Kubistar?

Based on 68,907 MOT tests across 4,188 vehicles.

66.1%
Pass Rate
6,814
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
4,188
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 3,569
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,310
Registration plate lamp not working 3,183
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,097
position lamp(s) not working 1,882
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LY53 BKU is a 2003 Nissan Kubistar in Red with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2003 Nissan Kubistar models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 80,286 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan Kubistar fails its MOT is track rod end ball joint has excessive play, accounting for 3,569 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LY53 BKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Kubistar typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Nissan Kubistar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LY53 BKU registered?

LY53 BKU is a 2003 Nissan Kubistar, first registered on 12 November 2003.

Is LY53 BKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY53 BKU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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