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RX53 FBF

2003 Nissan Primera

Grey Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

90,088 mi
Last recorded90,088 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Nissan Primera70,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX53 FBF
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 90,088 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2024 84,322 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 14 Nov 2024 84,322 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2023 78,548 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2022 72,869 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2021 68,075 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2020 68,064 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2020 68,064 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2019 68,051 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2018 67,738 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2018 67,234 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 66,491 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2016 66,491 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 65,605 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion cross member (6.1.B.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2014 64,829 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 57,737 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 Nov 2012 52,119 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 6 Nov 2012 52,106 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 7 Nov 2011 46,407 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front discs lipped and scored

Oil leak

Pass 17 Nov 2010 40,752 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 40,737 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil filter seal weeping. Recommend engine oil and filter change.

Pass 13 Nov 2009 32,939 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 26,963 miles

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

N/S/R wheel slightly stiff to turn.

Oil leak

Rear tyres tread depth getting low, wearing on edges.

Pass 5 Nov 2007 21,874 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2006 16,301 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2006 16,301 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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RX53 FBF is a 2003 Nissan Primera in Grey with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 RX53 FBF, 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

How do I check the history of RX53 FBF?

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What year was RX53 FBF registered?

RX53 FBF is a 2003 Nissan Primera, first registered on 1 December 2003.

Is RX53 FBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX53 FBF shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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