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RN03 SXL

2003 Nissan Primera

Grey Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2019
Tests24 (13 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate54.2%

Mileage

96,460 mi
Last recorded96,460 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Nissan Primera70,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN03 SXL
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

13 pass 11 fail
Fail 5 Jun 2019 96,460 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged drive shaft abs ring broken (1.6 (e))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working both (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 25 Jun 2018 90,745 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2018 90,745 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 85,436 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2017 85,436 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2016 81,440 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2016 81,440 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2015 75,197 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2015 75,197 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2014 68,891 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2014 68,891 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 6 Jul 2013 64,076 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2013 64,076 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 59,187 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2012 59,187 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Jul 2011 53,040 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2010 46,969 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Jul 2010 46,969 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 39,193 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2008 32,875 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

n/s/f wiper

Pass 8 Jul 2008 32,875 miles

n/s/f wiper

Pass 11 Jul 2007 27,293 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2007 27,210 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 4 Jul 2006 20,663 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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RN03 SXL is a 2003 Nissan Primera in Grey with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.2%.

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 RN03 SXL, 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 RN03 SXL registered?

RN03 SXL is a 2003 Nissan Primera, first registered on 8 July 2003.

Is RN03 SXL safe to buy?

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