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MC53 FMJ

2003 Nissan Pickup

Silver Diesel 2488cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

179,566 mi
Last recorded179,566 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2021
Typical for 2003 Nissan Pickup83,957 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC53 FMJ
MakeNissan
ModelPickup
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,488cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2021 179,566 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2020 176,092 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2018 175,419 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Oct 2017 174,325 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 172,834 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 165,915 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 161,408 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 147,319 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 134,610 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 128,926 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 128,925 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 79,179 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 112,199 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 103,103 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 91,826 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 85,526 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Pickup?

Based on 139,472 MOT tests across 10,648 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
6,395
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
10,648
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,683
brake binding 6,967
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,530
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,217
Exhaust system not adequately supported 3,701
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MC53 FMJ is a 2003 Nissan Pickup in Silver with a 2,488cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2003 Nissan Pickup models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 83,957 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan Pickup fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 9,683 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MC53 FMJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Pickup typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Nissan Pickup is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MC53 FMJ registered?

MC53 FMJ is a 2003 Nissan Pickup, first registered on 1 December 2003.

Is MC53 FMJ safe to buy?

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