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A3 JBU

2003 Nissan Almera

Silver Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

79,940 mi
Last recorded79,940 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Nissan Almera59,774 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 JBU
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 79,940 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Exhaust shield loose

Pass 23 Oct 2024 73,707 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2024 73,707 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 68,599 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 63,580 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 58,098 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 51,994 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 51,691 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 49,971 miles

Nearside Front tyre has a small cut outer sidewall.

Nearside Rear brake pads getting low.

Nearside Rear seatbelt slow to retract back.

Rear rear exhaust box blowing.

Pass 10 Oct 2017 47,118 miles

BOTH Front tyres are worn on edges, advise replacement

Front wiper rubbers splitting

Pass 20 Oct 2016 44,919 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 41,434 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 37,096 miles

centre stop light not working

Pass 29 Oct 2013 34,390 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 31,984 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 30,200 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 28,292 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 25,231 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 24,209 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 18,417 miles

Offside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Apr 2007 11,419 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 11,419 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 5 May 2006 5,140 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Almera?

Based on 2,976,239 MOT tests across 231,560 vehicles.

71.1%
Pass Rate
5,550
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
231,560
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 141,538
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 88,997
Brake pipe excessively corroded 84,584
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 77,923
position lamp(s) not working 67,756
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A3 JBU is a 2003 Nissan Almera in Silver with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 2003 Nissan Almera models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 59,774 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan Almera fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 141,538 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A3 JBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Almera typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 23 years old, this Nissan Almera is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A3 JBU registered?

A3 JBU is a 2003 Nissan Almera, first registered on 31 July 2003.

Is A3 JBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 JBU shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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