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SH53 UWL

2003 Nissan Primera

White Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

51,114 mi
Last recorded51,114 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2015
Typical for 2003 Nissan Primera70,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH53 UWL
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2015 51,114 miles

front cross member corroded

front headlamps discoloured

n/s/r drop link slight play

o/s/r brake slight binding

service light on

Fail 14 Mar 2015 51,114 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

front cross member corroded

front headlamps discoloured

n/s/r drop link slight play

o/s/r brake slight binding

service light on

Pass 10 Feb 2014 35,167 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 34,988 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

nearside rear tyre cracking

offside rear tyre cracking

nearside front tyre cracking but not down to ply or cords

offside front tyre cracking but not down to ply or cords

Pass 4 Aug 2009 34,854 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 34,520 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2008 34,520 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 12 Oct 2007 32,665 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 27,090 miles

front brake balance just passed at 24%

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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SH53 UWL is a 2003 Nissan Primera in White with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 SH53 UWL, 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 SH53 UWL registered?

SH53 UWL is a 2003 Nissan Primera, first registered on 30 October 2003.

Is SH53 UWL safe to buy?

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