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OW53 BYC

2003 Nissan Primera

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2023
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

49,532 mi
Last recorded49,532 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2022
Typical for 2003 Nissan Primera70,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW53 BYC
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2022 49,532 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively ALL (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Oct 2022 49,531 miles

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

Brake disc worn, but not excessively ALL (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 48,856 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 9 Nov 2021 48,856 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 48,333 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 47,924 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2019 47,924 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2018 47,134 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2017 46,290 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 46,363 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 43,437 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 41,842 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2014 41,842 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 39,879 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2013 39,879 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 8 May 2012 36,031 miles

Air bag light on on dash.

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

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

Fail 8 May 2012 36,031 miles

Air bag light on on dash.

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

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 29,033 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 26,125 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 22,806 miles

near side rear tyre getting low

Fail 18 Apr 2009 22,806 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

near side rear tyre getting low

Pass 12 Apr 2008 18,454 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 11,619 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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OW53 BYC is a 2003 Nissan Primera in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 OW53 BYC, 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 OW53 BYC registered?

OW53 BYC is a 2003 Nissan Primera, first registered on 15 December 2003.

Is OW53 BYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for OW53 BYC shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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