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SM53 NFF

2003 Nissan Primera

Silver Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

106,084 mi
Last recorded106,084 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Nissan Primera70,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM53 NFF
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2019 106,084 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and back (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 1 Nov 2019 106,084 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and back (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2018 97,599 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

general body under sill corrosion

under tray limitations

Pass 8 Nov 2017 88,919 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2017 88,919 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour test aborted smoke and soot to heavy (7.4.B.4)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle rear brake readings also fluctuate (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Nov 2016 83,338 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Nov 2015 78,582 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 75,002 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 71,672 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 67,185 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 61,760 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 57,217 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 49,942 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)

nail in o/s front tyre

Pass 6 Nov 2008 44,434 miles

rear brake pads low

Pass 9 Nov 2007 39,105 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 31,439 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2006 31,439 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 NFF is a 2003 Nissan Primera in Silver with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 NFF, 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 SM53 NFF registered?

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

Is SM53 NFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM53 NFF shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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