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Nissan Primastar

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 1,870 cc

LM03 VTJMOT history

LM03 VTJ is a silver diesel Nissan Primastar first used on 16 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 219,235 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
219,235 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
9,193 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 VTJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Primastar
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,870 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
16 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 VTJ was last recorded at 219,235 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 29,353 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
189,882 miles · 18 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
29,353 miles
Average per year
9,193 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 219,235 miles
  • 2025 – 189,882 miles
  • 2024 – 173,898 miles
  • 2023 – 158,046 miles
  • 2022 – 143,320 miles
  • 2021 – 139,384 miles
  • 2020 – 134,678 miles
  • 2019 – 130,535 miles
  • 2018 – 127,136 miles
  • 2017 – 123,342 miles
  • 2016 – 118,262 miles
  • 2015 – 110,929 miles
  • 2014 – 106,063 miles
  • 2013 – 98,351 miles
  • 2012 – 88,803 miles
  • 2011 – 81,678 miles
  • 2010 – 78,805 miles
  • 2009 – 70,855 miles
  • 2008 – 59,538 miles
  • 2007 – 46,503 miles
  • 2006 – 34,456 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass219,235 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Stop lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Central Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

33 tests since 15 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass219,235 miles (+29,353)4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    219,235 miles
    Test number
    574141926601
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Stop lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass189,882 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    189,882 miles
    Test number
    738852401950
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/50R17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail189,881 miles (+15,983)2 dangerous5 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,881 miles
    Test number
    153696968854
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/50R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/50R17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/50R17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass173,898 miles (+15,852)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    173,898 miles
    Test number
    908296282167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/50zr17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass158,046 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    158,046 miles
    Test number
    536265672271
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses worn
    • AdvisoryGlow plug light on

  6. Fail158,043 miles (+14,723)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,043 miles
    Test number
    347383441676
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis behind wheel corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses worn
    • AdvisoryGlow plug light on

  7. Pass143,320 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    143,320 miles
    Test number
    759162181116
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  8. Fail143,317 miles (+3,933)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,317 miles
    Test number
    171529659465
    • MajorElectrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected coolant pre heater wires likely to short circuit (4.11 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  9. Pass139,384 miles (+4,706)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    139,384 miles
    Test number
    899486921949
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper stop lamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted all four (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  10. Pass134,678 miles (+65)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    134,678 miles
    Test number
    177370278664
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  11. Fail134,613 miles (+4,078)2 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,613 miles
    Test number
    754758136608
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake load sensing valve inoperative and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  12. Pass130,535 miles (+3,399)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    130,535 miles
    Test number
    436608104309
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass127,136 miles (+3,794)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    127,136 miles
    Test number
    410817020971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass123,342 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    123,342 miles
    Test number
    753451145504
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail123,342 miles (+5,080)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,342 miles
    Test number
    763772906283
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass118,262 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    118,262 miles
    Test number
    596227161173
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail118,261 miles (+7,332)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,261 miles
    Test number
    555864912092
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) inner rack end joint (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass110,929 miles (+154)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    110,929 miles
    Test number
    216865025236
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Fail110,775 miles (+4,712)8 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,775 miles
    Test number
    816313185163
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished & nearside low

  20. Pass106,063 miles (+7,712)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    106,063 miles
    Test number
    315129854297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear tyres cracking

  21. Pass98,351 miles (+9,548)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    98,351 miles
    Test number
    658709853285
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  22. Pass88,803 miles (+7,125)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    88,803 miles
    Test number
    598998552217
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass81,678 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    81,678 miles
    Test number
    668799351246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail81,672 miles (+2,867)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,672 miles
    Test number
    178178551236
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  25. Fail78,805 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,805 miles
    Test number
    431176850236
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  26. Pass78,805 miles (+7,950)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    78,805 miles
    Test number
    743246150286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass70,855 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    70,855 miles
    Test number
    202847359268
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  28. Fail70,855 miles (+11,317)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,855 miles
    Test number
    571047059220
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  29. Pass59,538 miles (+13,035)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    59,538 miles
    Test number
    630530968266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass46,503 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    46,503 miles
    Test number
    243269867470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail46,503 miles (+12,047)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,503 miles
    Test number
    830499967175
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  32. Pass34,456 miles (+216)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    34,456 miles
    Test number
    754112876155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail34,240 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,240 miles
    Test number
    291196266149
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Questions about LM03 VTJ

Does LM03 VTJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM03 VTJ is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM03 VTJ?
The MOT on LM03 VTJ is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM03 VTJ done?
LM03 VTJ was recorded at 219,235 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 9,193 miles a year.
Has LM03 VTJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 VTJ has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LM03 VTJ 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 LM03 VTJ find?
LM03 VTJ passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with 4 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front windscreen wiper blade defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective, and 8 more.

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