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RO03 ETJ

2003 Nissan Primera

Gold Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

76,902 mi
Last recorded76,902 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 Nissan Primera70,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO03 ETJ
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2025 76,902 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Central Front License plate worn

Central Rear License plate worn

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2023 72,474 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2022 66,583 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 63,674 miles

Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2020 61,159 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Nov 2019 56,052 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2019 56,027 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Nov 2018 47,175 miles

Offside Front wiper blade worn

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

Pass 13 Dec 2017 39,704 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2017 39,704 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 14 Feb 2017 39,081 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2017 39,081 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 37,916 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 36,799 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 35,628 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 34,230 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 32,747 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2012 32,747 miles

Front Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

o/s/r tyre sidewall damaged

Pass 9 Feb 2011 30,747 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2010 27,695 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 24,057 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 20,128 miles

damage to outer walls of both rear and n/s/f tyres. engine under tray fitted

Pass 5 Mar 2007 16,093 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 12,628 miles

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

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

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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RO03 ETJ is a 2003 Nissan Primera in Gold with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RO03 ETJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RO03 ETJ registered?

RO03 ETJ is a 2003 Nissan Primera, first registered on 6 March 2003.

Is RO03 ETJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO03 ETJ shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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