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MM52 SYE

2003 Nissan Primera

Blue Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2020
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

83,705 mi
Last recorded83,705 miles
Recorded on15 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Nissan Primera70,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM52 SYE
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 May 2019 83,705 miles

C O reading close to maximum permitted limit

Exhaust heat shield insecure, (must not be missing)

N/S front shock absorber slightly leaking

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Slight play in n/s rear anti roll bar link joints

Fail 9 May 2019 83,498 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen Both headlights have no pattern on dip (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Stop lights, indicators and tail lights all interacting including centre stop (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

C O reading close to maximum permitted limit

Exhaust heat shield insecure, (must not be missing)

N/S front shock absorber slightly leaking

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Slight play in n/s rear anti roll bar link joints

Pass 1 May 2018 75,110 miles

Both headlights have deteriorating beam patterns

Engine management light ON

Fast idle CO reading at maximum limit and unstable

Front brake have high imbalance

N/S front shock absorber slightly leaking

Not able to check tow bar electrical sockets

Fail 30 Apr 2018 75,092 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Both headlights have deteriorating beam patterns

Engine management light ON

Fast idle CO reading at maximum limit and unstable

Front brake have high imbalance

N/S front shock absorber slightly leaking

Not able to check tow bar electrical sockets

Pass 2 May 2017 65,110 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 2 May 2017 65,110 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 May 2016 59,921 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both [patterns weak] (1.7.5a)

Hubcaps fitted wheel retainers not checked

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim bead (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leaks

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 23 May 2016 58,921 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both [patterns weak] (1.7.5a)

Hubcaps fitted wheel retainers not checked

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim bead (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leaks

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 15 Jun 2015 57,368 miles

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

Hubcaps fitted wheel retainers not checked

O/S Wiper blade split on end

Oil leak

Rear wiper blade split

Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jun 2015 57,368 miles

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

Hubcaps fitted wheel retainers not checked

O/S Wiper blade split on end

Oil leak

Rear wiper blade split

Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jun 2014 54,872 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2014 54,872 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 52,780 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 50,156 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2011 47,917 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 45,568 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 42,844 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 39,622 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 36,315 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 32,782 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 32,397 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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MM52 SYE 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 71.4%.

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 MM52 SYE, 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.

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What year was MM52 SYE registered?

MM52 SYE is a 2003 Nissan Primera, first registered on 14 February 2003.

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