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SC53 HKO

2003 Nissan Primera

Blue Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

110,438 mi
Last recorded110,438 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Nissan Primera70,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC53 HKO
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2016 110,438 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion crossmember corroded below radiator (6.1.B.2)

Fail 3 Nov 2016 110,433 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion crossmember corroded below radiator (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2015 107,248 miles

Front cross member corroded

Pass 14 Nov 2014 102,990 miles

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

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

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

brake discs pitted

n/s/r brake binding slightly

o/s/f brake binding slightly

Pass 6 Dec 2013 96,241 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Jan 2013 92,307 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 9 Jan 2013 98,443 miles

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

Nearside Inner Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear heat sheild insecure

Pass 14 Mar 2012 86,980 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front brake discs corroded

Fail 12 Mar 2012 86,980 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front brake discs corroded

heat sheild insecure

oil filter leaking

Pass 7 Jan 2011 80,832 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2011 80,832 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2009 74,231 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 16 Nov 2009 74,231 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 8 Dec 2008 64,771 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 52,038 miles

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

n/s/f tyre- scrubbed on inside shoulder

o/s/f tyre scrubbed on inside shoulder

o/s/f tyre- slight cuts on outer sidewall.

passenger wiper blade- torn at edges.

Pass 14 Dec 2006 41,014 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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SC53 HKO is a 2003 Nissan Primera in Blue with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 SC53 HKO, 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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SC53 HKO is a 2003 Nissan Primera, first registered on 16 December 2003.

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