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SL53 HTU

2003 Nissan Primera

Gold Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2021
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

115,333 mi
Last recorded115,333 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Nissan Primera70,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL53 HTU
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2020 115,333 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 4 Nov 2020 115,333 miles

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

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2019 114,263 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2019 114,162 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 2 May 2018 111,629 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 3 May 2017 107,894 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 103,341 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

weak headlamp aim

Pass 23 Mar 2015 99,860 miles

Nearside Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 23 Mar 2015 99,860 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 93,098 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2014 93,098 miles

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (3.4.2)

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

Fail 10 Apr 2013 86,759 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 86,759 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 11 Apr 2012 78,893 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust corroded

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Apr 2012 78,893 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust corroded

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Mar 2011 71,295 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 64,014 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 56,784 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 49,081 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 40,513 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 35,258 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 35,258 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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SL53 HTU is a 2003 Nissan Primera in Gold with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 SL53 HTU, 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 SL53 HTU registered?

SL53 HTU is a 2003 Nissan Primera, first registered on 10 September 2003.

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