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VU03 DZW

2003 Nissan Primera

Silver Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

179,096 mi
Last recorded179,096 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2014
Typical for 2003 Nissan Primera70,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU03 DZW
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2014 179,096 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight corrosion front cross member

Fail 3 Jan 2014 179,096 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight corrosion front cross member

Pass 27 Dec 2012 158,406 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2011 134,076 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 110,028 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2009 87,532 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Dec 2009 87,532 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 69,118 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 67,199 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 54,014 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 40,449 miles

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

both rear tyre worn on inside

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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VU03 DZW is a 2003 Nissan Primera in Silver with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 VU03 DZW, 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 VU03 DZW registered?

VU03 DZW is a 2003 Nissan Primera, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is VU03 DZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU03 DZW shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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