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Nissan Primastar

White · Diesel · 2003 · 1,870 cc

LB53 VTUMOT history

LB53 VTU is a white diesel Nissan Primastar first used on 30 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 30 Oct 2026 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 146,015 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Oct 2026
Mileage
146,015 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2025
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,285 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 VTU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Primastar
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,870 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 VTU was last recorded at 146,015 miles on 31 Oct 2025, 12,027 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
133,988 miles · 26 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
12,027 miles
Average per year
6,285 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 146,015 miles
  • 2021 – 133,988 miles
  • 2019 – 116,940 miles
  • 2018 – 105,291 miles
  • 2017 – 94,335 miles
  • 2016 – 90,614 miles
  • 2015 – 83,589 miles
  • 2013 – 68,518 miles
  • 2012 – 54,827 miles
  • 2011 – 49,844 miles
  • 2010 – 44,309 miles
  • 2009 – 39,967 miles
  • 2008 – 33,787 miles
  • 2007 – 28,199 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,015 miles
  • MinorFront Brake hose slightly twisted both (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorWindow excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both slightly faded (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

17 tests since 1 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,015 miles (+12,027)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    146,015 miles
    Test number
    363604947965
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly twisted both (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindow excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both slightly faded (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass133,988 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    133,988 miles
    Test number
    931601373555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail133,988 miles (+17,048)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,988 miles
    Test number
    373541341043
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Inner Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) rack joint (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass116,940 miles (+11,649)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    116,940 miles
    Test number
    210637449244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass105,291 miles (+10,956)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    105,291 miles
    Test number
    876774580356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass94,335 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    94,335 miles
    Test number
    108342446071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  7. Fail94,335 miles (+3,721)1 dangerous4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,335 miles
    Test number
    695104956210
    • DangerousRear Passenger's seat insecure both (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure both (5.2.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate character(s) not correctly formed both (6.3.4b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  8. Pass90,614 miles (+7,025)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    90,614 miles
    Test number
    983365640581
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass83,589 miles (+15,071)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    83,589 miles
    Test number
    178694685466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass68,518 miles (+13,691)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    68,518 miles
    Test number
    226549313371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass54,827 miles (+4,983)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    54,827 miles
    Test number
    876296262185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass49,844 miles (+5,535)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    49,844 miles
    Test number
    747266041106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass44,309 miles (+4,342)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    44,309 miles
    Test number
    980482600197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass39,967 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    39,967 miles
    Test number
    322251519174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail39,967 miles (+6,180)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,967 miles
    Test number
    301331619159
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass33,787 miles (+5,588)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    33,787 miles
    Test number
    503403748082
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

  17. Pass28,199 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    28,199 miles
    Test number
    790412837085
    • NoteHead light aims on upper limit on zero
    • NoteOffside front tyre lower than other three
    • NoteUnder tray

Questions about LB53 VTU

Does LB53 VTU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 VTU is valid until 30 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB53 VTU?
The MOT on LB53 VTU is valid until 30 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 VTU done?
LB53 VTU was recorded at 146,015 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2025, an average of 6,285 miles a year.
Has LB53 VTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 VTU has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on LB53 VTU 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 VTU find?
LB53 VTU passed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2025 with 3 minor defects and 4 advisories: front brake hose slightly twisted both; front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip; window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view, and 4 more.

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