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YR03 UTW

2003 Nissan Primera

Black Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2017
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

126,177 mi
Last recorded126,177 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Nissan Primera70,362 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR03 UTW
MakeNissan
ModelPrimera
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2016 126,177 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Track rod end ball joint has slight play both front (2.2.B.1f)

both rear tyres deeply cracked

Fail 25 Apr 2016 82,200 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both rear tyres deeply cracked

Pass 23 Apr 2015 110,343 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

nearside front tyre inside edge feathered

Fail 22 Apr 2015 110,339 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

nearside front tyre inside edge feathered

Pass 23 Apr 2014 107,126 miles

front and rear tyres cracked

front cross member corroded

front tyres worn on inner tread

rear brake pipes corroded

Fail 23 Apr 2014 107,122 miles

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

front and rear tyres cracked

front cross member corroded

front tyres worn on inner tread

rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 10 Apr 2013 102,090 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2013 102,090 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 98,084 miles

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

o/s/r brake disc worn

Fail 25 Apr 2012 98,084 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

o/s/r brake disc worn

Pass 18 Apr 2011 93,549 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Fail 18 Apr 2011 93,549 miles

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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

n/s/r lower side light not working

Pass 9 Apr 2010 84,963 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 72,993 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 61,204 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 48,793 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 36,404 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 35,844 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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YR03 UTW is a 2003 Nissan Primera in Black with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 YR03 UTW, 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 YR03 UTW registered?

YR03 UTW is a 2003 Nissan Primera, first registered on 21 March 2003.

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