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Nissan Primastar

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 1,870 cc

LC53 RCZMOT history

LC53 RCZ is a blue diesel Nissan Primastar first used on 31 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 8 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 229,949 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Oct 2027
Mileage
229,949 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2025
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
10,024 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC53 RCZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Primastar
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,870 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC53 RCZ was last recorded at 229,949 miles on 8 Oct 2025, 3,718 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
226,231 miles · 12 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,718 miles
Average per year
10,024 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 229,949 miles
  • 2024 – 226,231 miles
  • 2023 – 223,781 miles
  • 2022 – 217,370 miles
  • 2021 – 206,997 miles
  • 2020 – 195,827 miles
  • 2019 – 187,105 miles
  • 2018 – 184,175 miles
  • 2017 – 180,122 miles
  • 2016 – 175,447 miles
  • 2015 – 171,371 miles
  • 2014 – 167,220 miles
  • 2013 – 161,741 miles
  • 2012 – 150,927 miles
  • 2011 – 133,978 miles
  • 2010 – 116,515 miles
  • 2009 – 94,500 miles
  • 2008 – 74,305 miles
  • 2007 – 56,093 miles
  • 2006 – 39,932 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

  • Steering system slightly rough slight stiffness felt on lock to lock check

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Headlamp pattern poor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

34 tests since 24 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    420929608394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass229,949 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    229,949 miles
    Test number
    868981578626
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  3. Fail229,949 miles (+3,718)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,949 miles
    Test number
    945122896079
    • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  4. Pass226,231 miles (+87)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    226,231 miles
    Test number
    685308762472
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail226,144 miles (+2,363)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,144 miles
    Test number
    799184388528
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting box section/jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no beam pattern (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp with side and indicator (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting box section/jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning steering very stiff in operation (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass223,781 miles (+1)3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    223,781 miles
    Test number
    465689577207
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective Borderline (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective Borderline (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp pattern poor
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp pattern poor
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough Stiff operation on lock to lock, BORDERLINE (2.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail223,780 miles (+10)1 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,780 miles
    Test number
    402062610300
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective Borderline (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective Borderline (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp pattern poor
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp pattern poor
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough Stiff operation on lock to lock, BORDERLINE (2.1.1 (a))

  8. Fail223,770 miles (+6,400)6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,770 miles
    Test number
    859435417761
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Coolant leak, possible behind timing cover (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp intensity poor
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough slight stiffness felt on lock to lock check (2.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass217,370 miles (+5)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    217,370 miles
    Test number
    790842349057
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BORDERLINE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BORDERLINE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough slight stiffness felt on lock to lock check (2.1.1 (a))

  10. Fail217,365 miles (+10,368)1 dangerous2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,365 miles
    Test number
    373737542838
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements plate not fully visible due to overhanging nudge bar (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BORDERLINE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BORDERLINE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake performance only just met requirements (16%)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough slight stiffness felt on lock to lock check (2.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryWasher jets reduced performance

  11. Pass206,997 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    206,997 miles
    Test number
    669902846361
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  12. Fail206,997 miles (+11,170)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,997 miles
    Test number
    725528061947
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  13. Pass195,827 miles (+585)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    195,827 miles
    Test number
    879166957174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front track rod slight wear.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Fail195,242 miles (+8,137)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,242 miles
    Test number
    139405601131
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high bulb insecure (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front track rod slight wear.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Pass187,105 miles (+2,930)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    187,105 miles
    Test number
    280459336288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass184,175 miles (+4,053)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    184,175 miles
    Test number
    270558783676
    • AdvisoryOil leaking from power steering pump
    • AdvisorySlight fuel leak in engine bay

  17. Pass180,122 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    180,122 miles
    Test number
    816825682923
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front jacking points corroded very badly
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight oil leak

  18. Fail180,121 miles (+4,674)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,121 miles
    Test number
    326946302014
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front jacking points corroded very badly
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight oil leak

  19. Pass175,447 miles (+4,076)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    175,447 miles
    Test number
    630144355591
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass171,371 miles (+4,151)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    171,371 miles
    Test number
    652811946541
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass167,220 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    167,220 miles
    Test number
    377762284482
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOffside rear brake flexi hose slightly twisted/misalined

  22. Fail167,220 miles (+5,479)2 failures2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,220 miles
    Test number
    638752184217
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOffside rear brake flexi hose slightly twisted/misalined

  23. Pass161,741 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    161,741 miles
    Test number
    425548083250
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  24. Fail161,730 miles (+10,803)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,730 miles
    Test number
    366597083234
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  25. Pass150,927 miles (+80)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    150,927 miles
    Test number
    866661692280
    • AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  26. Fail150,847 miles (+16,869)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,847 miles
    Test number
    685209782203
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  27. Pass133,978 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    133,978 miles
    Test number
    159722991261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail133,955 miles (+17,440)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,955 miles
    Test number
    365131391437
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  29. Pass116,515 miles (+22,015)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    116,515 miles
    Test number
    613672000362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass94,500 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    94,500 miles
    Test number
    372198989235
    • NoteRegistration plates slightly deteriorated

  31. Fail94,500 miles (+20,195)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,500 miles
    Test number
    571478789271
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteRegistration plates slightly deteriorated

  32. Pass74,305 miles (+18,212)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    74,305 miles
    Test number
    930730598217
    • NoteFront registration plate slightly faded

  33. Pass56,093 miles (+16,161)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    56,093 miles
    Test number
    454700707413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass39,932 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    39,932 miles
    Test number
    213737296277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC53 RCZ

Does LC53 RCZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC53 RCZ is valid until 8 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC53 RCZ?
The MOT on LC53 RCZ is valid until 8 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC53 RCZ done?
LC53 RCZ was recorded at 229,949 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2025, an average of 10,024 miles a year.
Has LC53 RCZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC53 RCZ has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LC53 RCZ 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 LC53 RCZ find?
LC53 RCZ passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 3 more.

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