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NK53 SXE

2003 Mitsubishi Canter

White Diesel 2988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

46,770 mi
Last recorded46,770 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Canter93,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK53 SXE
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCanter
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,988cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 46,770 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2024 45,844 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

Pass 4 Oct 2023 45,424 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 43,967 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 42,482 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 39,707 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 37,439 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 35,056 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2018 35,055 miles

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2017 34,068 miles

Nearside Front old brake pad hanging from sensor wire, likely to fall off vehicle

brake pad warning lamp on dash

Fail 17 May 2017 34,046 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake application uneven 72% (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front old brake pad hanging from sensor wire, likely to fall off vehicle

brake pad warning lamp on dash

Pass 13 Apr 2016 31,932 miles

Front and rear brake pipes covered in grease can not be fully inspected

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 28% (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 28 May 2014 29,831 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2013 24,065 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2013 24,065 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 18 Dec 2009 23,144 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 Dec 2008 20,157 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2008 20,157 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Fail 17 Dec 2007 17,939 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Towbar badly fitted.

front brake discs & pads over heated.

front brake imballance high at 19%.

Pass 17 Dec 2007 17,939 miles

Towbar badly fitted.

front brake discs & pads over heated.

front brake imballance high at 19%.

Pass 20 Dec 2006 13,465 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Canter?

Based on 48,869 MOT tests across 3,677 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
6,092
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
3,677
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 2,761
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,609
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 1,611
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,596
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,487
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NK53 SXE is a 2003 Mitsubishi Canter in White with a 2,988cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Canter models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 93,598 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Canter fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 2,761 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NK53 SXE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NK53 SXE registered?

NK53 SXE is a 2003 Mitsubishi Canter, first registered on 24 December 2003.

Is NK53 SXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK53 SXE shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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