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YC53 SWN

2003 Nissan Primera

Gold Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

113,723 mi
Last recorded113,723 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2013
Typical for 2003 Nissan Primera70,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC53 SWN
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2013 113,723 miles

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

Fail 1 Jun 2013 113,692 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Pass 26 May 2012 104,251 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 97,131 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 4 Jun 2011 97,131 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2010 91,728 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 83,201 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2008 66,850 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 3 Apr 2008 66,850 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Mar 2007 47,222 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2007 47,222 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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)

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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YC53 SWN is a 2003 Nissan Primera in Gold with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 YC53 SWN, 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

How do I check the history of YC53 SWN?

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What year was YC53 SWN registered?

YC53 SWN is a 2003 Nissan Primera, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is YC53 SWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC53 SWN shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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