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OV53 GDO

2003 Nissan Primera

Blue Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2020
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

105,735 mi
Last recorded105,735 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Nissan Primera70,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV53 GDO
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2019 105,735 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2019 105,735 miles

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing track rod end (2.1.3 (d))

Pass 19 Nov 2018 100,027 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2017 94,036 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 90,886 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Headlamp lens opaque. (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 11 Nov 2016 90,886 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Headlamp lens opaque. (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 86,242 miles

child seat fitted not alloeing full inspection of adult seat belt.

engine & gear box rear rubber mounting split but not causing excessive movment.

Fail 21 Nov 2014 83,230 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

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

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

restricted visibility due to plastic sill covers.

Pass 21 Nov 2014 83,230 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

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

restricted visibility due to plastic sill covers.

Pass 17 Dec 2013 76,466 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2013 76,466 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

alternator belts noisey

Pass 2 Jan 2013 69,453 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2013 69,453 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 15 Dec 2011 60,551 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2010 50,910 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Dec 2010 50,910 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 44,600 miles

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

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

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

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

rear fog lamp warning light steaying on

Pass 8 Jan 2009 37,533 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2009 37,531 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2008 29,216 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 21,637 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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OV53 GDO 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 66.7%.

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 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 OV53 GDO, 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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OV53 GDO is a 2003 Nissan Primera, first registered on 24 November 2003.

Is OV53 GDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV53 GDO shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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