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NC53 OZL

2003 Nissan Primera

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

49,283 mi
Last recorded49,283 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2022
Typical for 2003 Nissan Primera70,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC53 OZL
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Fail 8 Dec 2022 49,283 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended Belt buckle trapped below its drop stop button and cant reach the clasp (7.1.2 (c))

Power steering component leaking pump and pipe assembly awash with fluid and leaking onto the drive shaft (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2021 37,111 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Headlamps deteriorated but beam pattern still defined.

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

Under trays and engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.

Fail 10 Dec 2021 37,111 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Headlamps deteriorated but beam pattern still defined.

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Under trays and engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 30,791 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2019 29,906 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2018 28,697 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2018 28,697 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2017 27,214 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Nov 2016 25,374 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2015 23,882 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2015 23,882 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 23,073 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 22,375 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 21,711 miles

restricted visibility due to plastic sill covers.

Pass 28 Nov 2011 21,100 miles

restricted visibility due to plastic sill covers.

Pass 8 Dec 2010 20,775 miles

restricted visibilty due to plastic sill covers

Pass 4 Dec 2009 20,133 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 19,620 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2008 19,620 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

1offside rear tyre wearing on edges

Pass 27 Nov 2007 18,392 miles

rear tyres wearing on inner edge.

Fail 27 Nov 2007 18,392 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

rear tyres wearing on inner edge. nearside front tyre worn on inner edge.

Pass 27 Nov 2006 16,473 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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NC53 OZL is a 2003 Nissan Primera in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 NC53 OZL, 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 NC53 OZL registered?

NC53 OZL is a 2003 Nissan Primera, first registered on 13 December 2003.

Is NC53 OZL safe to buy?

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