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Nissan Primastar

Red · Diesel · 2003 · 1,870 cc

LB53 VTMMOT history

LB53 VTM is a red diesel Nissan Primastar first used on 30 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 20 Aug 2025 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 168,908 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Aug 2025
Mileage
168,908 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,661 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 VTM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Primastar
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,870 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB53 VTM was last recorded at 168,908 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 869 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,039 miles · 21 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
869 miles
Average per year
7,661 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,908 miles
  • 2024 – 168,039 miles
  • 2023 – 159,497 miles
  • 2022 – 145,389 miles
  • 2021 – 134,799 miles
  • 2020 – 125,342 miles
  • 2019 – 119,321 miles
  • 2018 – 112,407 miles
  • 2017 – 102,521 miles
  • 2016 – 91,994 miles
  • 2015 – 77,902 miles
  • 2014 – 71,876 miles
  • 2013 – 64,729 miles
  • 2012 – 58,948 miles
  • 2011 – 51,654 miles
  • 2010 – 44,023 miles
  • 2009 – 35,865 miles
  • 2008 – 26,632 miles
  • 2007 – 17,914 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail168,908 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting jacking points (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 22 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail168,908 miles (+869)10 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,908 miles
    Test number
    306861920076
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting jacking points (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass168,039 miles (+50)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    168,039 miles
    Test number
    988023390572
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail167,989 miles (+8,492)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,989 miles
    Test number
    557671450888
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass159,497 miles (+14,108)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    159,497 miles
    Test number
    123125807111
    • AdvisoryFRONT BRAKE PADS WEARING THIN
    • AdvisoryNearside Front BOTTOM BALL JOINT HAS SLIGHT PLAY
    • AdvisoryREAR BRAKE DISCS CORRODED
    • AdvisorySERVICE LAMP ILLUMINATED
    • AdvisorySLIGHT PLAY IN STEERING TIE ARMS BOTH SIDES
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass145,389 miles (+10,590)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    145,389 miles
    Test number
    357453581773
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass134,799 miles (+42)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    134,799 miles
    Test number
    164435030910
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail134,757 miles (+9,415)7 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,757 miles
    Test number
    254764685290
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass125,342 miles (+6,021)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    125,342 miles
    Test number
    764849171234
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin on the limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  9. Pass119,321 miles (+6,914)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    119,321 miles
    Test number
    732989250737
    • AdvisoryHead lamp main beam switch slightly sticking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both

  10. Pass112,407 miles (+9,886)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    112,407 miles
    Test number
    946014008990
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight aim/image slightly fuzzy
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  11. Pass102,521 miles (+10,527)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    102,521 miles
    Test number
    578923480950
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit tyre on 2mm (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass91,994 miles (+116)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    91,994 miles
    Test number
    428698585706
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertray fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  13. Fail91,878 miles (+13,976)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,878 miles
    Test number
    815044910657
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertray fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  14. Pass77,902 miles (+6,026)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    77,902 miles
    Test number
    146337345097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass71,876 miles (+7,147)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    71,876 miles
    Test number
    258549304147
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Pass64,729 miles (+21)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    64,729 miles
    Test number
    758853813121
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteSpare wheel carrier suspect,fuel around o/s/f no definate leek found,o/s/f innner rack slight play

  17. Fail64,708 miles (+25)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,708 miles
    Test number
    506627803186
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteSpare wheel carrier suspect,fuel around o/s/f no definate leek found,o/s/f innner rack slight play

  18. Fail64,683 miles (+5,735)1 dangerous6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,683 miles
    Test number
    156184593477
    • DangerousOffside Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass58,948 miles (+7,294)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    58,948 miles
    Test number
    865310882050
    • NoteSlight play in nearside steering rack.

  20. Fail51,654 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,654 miles
    Test number
    325072481053
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  21. Pass51,654 miles (+7,631)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    51,654 miles
    Test number
    646852681013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass44,023 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    44,023 miles
    Test number
    533908970031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail44,023 miles (+8,158)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,023 miles
    Test number
    452388070009
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Pass35,865 miles (+9,233)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    35,865 miles
    Test number
    491167639082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass26,632 miles (+8,718)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    26,632 miles
    Test number
    673817838021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass17,914 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    17,914 miles
    Test number
    362962927071
    • NoteN/S/F & O/S/F tyres are wearing low on edges of tread
    • NoteO/S door mirror glass is tapped in position

Questions about LB53 VTM

Does LB53 VTM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 VTM expired on 20 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 VTM?
The MOT on LB53 VTM expired on 20 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 VTM done?
LB53 VTM was recorded at 168,908 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 7,661 miles a year.
Has LB53 VTM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 VTM has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LB53 VTM ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LB53 VTM find?
LB53 VTM failed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with 10 major defects: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint excessively worn; nearside front steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside front vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting jacking points, and 7 more.

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