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YC53 VFK

2003 Nissan Navara

Blue Diesel 2488cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2025
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

103,168 mi
Last recorded103,168 miles
Recorded on17 May 2024
Typical for 2003 Nissan Navara86,842 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC53 VFK
MakeNissan
ModelNavara
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,488cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 17 May 2024 103,168 miles

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively n/s and o/s (1.2.1 (f))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive underside of vehicle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 17 May 2024 103,166 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively n/s and o/s (1.2.1 (f))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive underside of vehicle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2023 102,918 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security all (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2021 102,462 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 101,913 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 101,027 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2019 101,007 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassiss (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2018 100,160 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 17 Nov 2018 100,120 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering brake hose support mounting (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

both front wheel bearings not tested

Pass 24 Nov 2017 98,928 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Various areas of chassis and rear cross member corroded

Fail 10 Nov 2017 98,927 miles

Brake performance not tested Due to condition of rear brake pipe (3.7.A.1)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded small section (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Various areas of chassis and rear cross member corroded

Pass 16 Nov 2016 32,629 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2016 32,629 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 2 Nov 2015 92,469 miles

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Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 88,483 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2013 84,025 miles

offside front tyre wearing on outer edge of tread

offside windscreen wiper blade smears slightly

Fail 7 Dec 2012 79,567 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both rear tyre treads getting low on centre

Pass 7 Dec 2012 79,567 miles

both rear tyre treads getting low on centre

Pass 22 Nov 2011 74,597 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

nearside front tyre tread getting low on outer edge

Pass 26 Nov 2010 70,444 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2010 70,444 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 26 Nov 2009 64,383 miles

Engine management light on

Fail 11 Dec 2008 54,990 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

engine management light on

Pass 11 Dec 2008 54,990 miles

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

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

engine management light on

Pass 1 Dec 2007 40,982 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 19,692 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 19,087 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Nissan Navara?

Based on 1,323,173 MOT tests across 129,772 vehicles.

74.0%
Pass Rate
8,088
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
129,772
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,592
Registration plate lamp not working 21,149
Brake pipe excessively corroded 18,951
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 17,402
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 17,057
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YC53 VFK is a 2003 Nissan Navara in Blue with a 2,488cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

Across all 2003 Nissan Navara models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 86,842 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 Navara fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 24,592 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YC53 VFK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Navara typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Nissan Navara is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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YC53 VFK is a 2003 Nissan Navara, first registered on 21 November 2003.

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