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VN53 LVR

2003 Nissan Primera

Grey Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

182,653 mi
Last recorded182,653 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2023
Typical for 2003 Nissan Primera70,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN53 LVR
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2023 182,653 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed brake flexi rubbing hand brake lever (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 25 Aug 2023 182,649 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure mounting broke (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested lens misted (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested lens misted (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear flex (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed brake flexi rubbing hand brake lever (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 181,108 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2021 178,174 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective exhaust mounting (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear inner sill section suface rust may need attention at future date

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear inner sill section has surface rust may need attention at future date

Pass 31 Jul 2020 176,653 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 175,164 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 167,169 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 156,090 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 144,626 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 132,853 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 122,724 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 112,002 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 101,458 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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 11 Aug 2011 89,790 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 78,182 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 18 Aug 2009 65,864 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 53,819 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 42,096 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 32,439 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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VN53 LVR is a 2003 Nissan Primera in Grey with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 VN53 LVR, 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 VN53 LVR registered?

VN53 LVR is a 2003 Nissan Primera, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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The MOT history for VN53 LVR shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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