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SY03 CWZ

2003 Nissan Primera

Red Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

100,165 mi
Last recorded100,165 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2022
Typical for 2003 Nissan Primera70,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY03 CWZ
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2022 100,165 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under side front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive corroded sump pan (8.4.1 (a) (i))

corrosion to suspension components front and rear

perishing to suspension bushes front and rear

sill covers fitted unable to check for corrosion

Fail 27 Apr 2022 100,163 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under side front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive corroded sump pan (8.4.1 (a) (i))

corrosion to suspension components front and rear

perishing to suspension bushes front and rear

sill covers fitted unable to check for corrosion

Pass 15 Apr 2021 94,375 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

although handbrake exceeds the minimum required braking efficiency, effort figures are lower than normal

Fail 15 Apr 2021 94,371 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Electrical wiring inadequately secured ABS wire metal guide broken (4.11 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

although handbrake exceeds the minimum required braking efficiency, effort figures are lower than normal

Pass 20 Apr 2020 91,618 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

although handbrake exceeds the minimum required braking efficiency, effort figures are lower than normal

Fail 20 Apr 2020 91,616 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

although handbrake exceeds the minimum required braking efficiency, effort figures are lower than normal

Pass 3 Apr 2019 87,033 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 83,899 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 80,061 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 76,472 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2015 73,164 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 70,134 miles

all four brake flexibles on test limit

front crossmember corroded

rear fuel pipe corroded

Pass 9 Apr 2013 66,249 miles

slight corrosion in front radiator crossmember

Pass 10 Apr 2012 62,310 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 58,111 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 12 Apr 2011 58,079 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 53,731 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 48,563 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 45,174 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 40,104 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 34,664 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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SY03 CWZ is a 2003 Nissan Primera in Red with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 SY03 CWZ, 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 SY03 CWZ registered?

SY03 CWZ is a 2003 Nissan Primera, first registered on 16 April 2003.

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