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SM03 ZXS

2003 Nissan Primera

Grey Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

109,273 mi
Last recorded109,273 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2011
Typical for 2003 Nissan Primera70,362 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM03 ZXS
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2011 109,273 miles

eml on

exhaust system starting to corrode

frt reg starting to de laminate

frt tyres at 2-3 mm

slight noise at n/s/r brake

winter tyres fitted all round

Fail 20 Jul 2011 109,273 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

eml on

exhaust system starting to corrode

frt reg starting to de laminate

frt tyres at 2-3 mm

slight noise at n/s/r brake

winter tyres fitted all round

Pass 22 Jun 2010 103,468 miles

EML light on

exhaust heat sheild insucure

mid section corroded

n/s/f tyre wearing low

Fail 22 Jun 2010 103,468 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

EML light on

exhaust heat sheild insucure

mid section corroded

n/s/f tyre wearing low

Pass 23 Jun 2009 100,045 miles

both frt tyres wearing at inner edge

frt reg starting to disfigure

sump pourse and damp

Fail 23 Jun 2009 100,045 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

both frt tyres wearing at inner edge

frt reg starting to disfigure

sump pourse and damp

Pass 21 Jul 2008 96,514 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 71,986 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 6 Jun 2006 58,876 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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SM03 ZXS is a 2003 Nissan Primera in Grey with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SM03 ZXS, 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 SM03 ZXS registered?

SM03 ZXS is a 2003 Nissan Primera, first registered on 27 May 2003.

Is SM03 ZXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM03 ZXS shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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