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YF53 PHA

2003 Nissan Primera

Grey Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

114,265 mi
Last recorded114,265 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2024
Typical for 2003 Nissan Primera70,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF53 PHA
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2024 114,265 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2023 109,894 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear drop sill light corrosion

Pass 27 Sep 2022 108,478 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 107,348 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 105,841 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 104,256 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 101,664 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 98,963 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front slight brake bind

Fail 14 Sep 2017 98,963 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front slight brake bind

Pass 12 Sep 2016 96,018 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2015 92,559 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 89,292 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Sep 2013 86,540 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 82,218 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 79,338 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2010 77,002 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2010 77,002 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 74,816 miles

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

slight travel park brake lever

Pass 28 Aug 2008 72,853 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 70,654 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 68,872 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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YF53 PHA is a 2003 Nissan Primera in Grey with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 YF53 PHA, 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 YF53 PHA registered?

YF53 PHA is a 2003 Nissan Primera, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is YF53 PHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF53 PHA shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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