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R15 MCP

2003 Nissan Pickup

Silver Diesel 2488cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

113,070 mi
Last recorded113,070 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Nissan Pickup83,957 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR15 MCP
MakeNissan
ModelPickup
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,488cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 113,070 miles

underside and components undersealed

Pass 17 Feb 2025 107,749 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

vech showing corrosion all over underside but not holed

Pass 4 Mar 2022 107,333 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Mar 2022 107,333 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 107,340 miles

Nearside Rear damage to lamp lens

Offside Rear damage to lamp lens

heavy surface rust under vehicle

Fail 24 Nov 2020 107,328 miles

Brake performance not tested due to excessive brake binding (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Exhaust system insecure mount broken (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement hand brake lever seized in back plate (1.1.15 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear damage to lamp lens

Offside Rear damage to lamp lens

heavy surface rust under vehicle

Pass 28 May 2019 96,719 miles

Nearside Cab steps insecure mounting corroded (6.2.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear lamp lens cracked

Offside Front additional side light not working

Fail 28 May 2019 96,719 miles

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Light comes on with brake pedal (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible light comes on with brake pedal (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Cab steps insecure mounting corroded (6.2.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear lamp lens cracked

Offside Front additional side light not working

brake lights only just brighter than side lights

Pass 19 Jul 2018 88,657 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2018 88,657 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Spare wheel insecure in carrier (6.1.5 (b) (i))

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 84,905 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2017 84,905 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 80,804 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust flange corroded (7.1.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 77,340 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2015 77,338 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 72,501 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2014 72,499 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Aug 2013 70,381 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 67,436 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 64,754 miles

front inner brake discs slightly pitted

Pass 22 Nov 2010 49,353 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 45,143 miles

windscreen wipers smearing slightly.

Fail 3 Jun 2009 40,625 miles

Horn emits two or more alternating tones (1.6.2d)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Nearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 40,625 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 35,202 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 27,059 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 20,678 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Pickup?

Based on 139,472 MOT tests across 10,648 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
6,395
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
10,648
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,683
brake binding 6,967
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,530
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,217
Exhaust system not adequately supported 3,701
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R15 MCP is a 2003 Nissan Pickup in Silver with a 2,488cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

Across all 2003 Nissan Pickup models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 83,957 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 Pickup fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 9,683 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R15 MCP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was R15 MCP registered?

R15 MCP is a 2003 Nissan Pickup, first registered on 30 June 2003.

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