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SM53 NBO

2003 Nissan Primera

Blue Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

108,059 mi
Last recorded108,059 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Nissan Primera70,362 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM53 NBO
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2015 108,059 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2015 108,056 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2013 102,765 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2013 102,762 miles

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 94,444 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 85,420 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 76,505 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

advise front brake discs worn

advise handbrake travel

Pass 23 Oct 2009 66,886 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 57,843 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2008 57,843 miles

Inner Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 8 Nov 2007 46,116 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2006 29,480 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2006 29,480 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 NBO is a 2003 Nissan Primera in Blue with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 SM53 NBO, 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 NBO registered?

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

Is SM53 NBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM53 NBO shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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