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SM53 MZU

2003 Nissan Primera

Grey Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

96,528 mi
Last recorded96,528 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Nissan Primera70,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM53 MZU
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2016 96,528 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush d bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 13 Oct 2015 83,390 miles

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

Nearside Rear nail in tyre

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

Fail 23 Oct 2014 60,047 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Oct 2014 60,047 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 53,175 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

can not fully inspect brake pads due to wheel trims been fitted

n/s/f tyre slightly worn on inner edges

rear brake disc's slightly worn

Pass 24 Oct 2012 45,709 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2011 27,765 miles

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

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

front discs poor

Pass 14 Oct 2010 26,585 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2009 24,592 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Oct 2009 24,592 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 21,887 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 20,185 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 16,020 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2006 16,020 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

front wipers torn

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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SM53 MZU is a 2003 Nissan Primera in Grey with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 SM53 MZU, 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 SM53 MZU registered?

SM53 MZU is a 2003 Nissan Primera, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is SM53 MZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM53 MZU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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