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ML03 VEK

2003 Nissan Primera

Red Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

58,113 mi
Last recorded58,113 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2013
Typical for 2003 Nissan Primera70,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML03 VEK
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2013 58,113 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak

slight play in o/s steering arm

Pass 2 Aug 2011 53,339 miles

front brake discs lipped

rear brake discs lipped

rear number plate fading

Fail 28 Jul 2011 52,984 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a seal (2.3.3b)

Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front brake discs lipped

rear brake discs lipped

rear number plate fading

Pass 11 Aug 2010 47,154 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

all tyres are low to 2mm

fanbelt slight cracks

front and rear brake discs pitted/lipped

front brake pads wearing low

Pass 1 Sep 2009 31,652 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Feb 2009 94,414 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2009 94,402 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2007 75,717 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2007 75,717 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Fail 3 May 2007 67,227 miles

Centre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Aug 2006 51,706 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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ML03 VEK is a 2003 Nissan Primera in Red with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 ML03 VEK, 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 ML03 VEK registered?

ML03 VEK is a 2003 Nissan Primera, first registered on 16 May 2003.

Is ML03 VEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML03 VEK shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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