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AC03 BSU

2003 Nissan Micra

Black Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

128,370 mi
Last recorded128,370 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Nissan Micra52,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC03 BSU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2017 128,370 miles

front panel corroding / o/s/f inner wing near headlight corroding / rear tyres bigger than front / slight oil leak

Pass 18 Apr 2016 119,459 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 15 Apr 2016 119,378 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 109,407 miles

fuel filler neck starting to corrode

head lamp lenses faded

n/s/f tyre getting low on tread

n/s/r tyre getting low on tread

Pass 5 Apr 2014 98,498 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

fuel filler neck slight corrosion

lot of travel on hand brake lever

Pass 5 Apr 2013 86,776 miles

front cooling radiator support crossmember showing signs of corrosion

nearside rear chassis rail beside fuel tank showing early signs of corrosion

Pass 12 Apr 2012 76,461 miles

front brake pads wearing low

front wishbone rear bush splitting

n/s outer door handle worn

tyres getting low on treads

Fail 12 Apr 2012 76,461 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

front brake pads wearing low

front wishbone rear bush splitting

n/s outer door handle worn

tyres getting low on treads

Pass 14 Apr 2011 65,829 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2011 65,829 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 56,979 miles

rear tyres getting low on tread

Pass 31 Mar 2009 48,882 miles

n/s/f tyre getting low on tread

n/s/r tyre getting low on tread

Pass 7 Apr 2008 40,575 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 30,850 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Micra?

Based on 10,566,512 MOT tests across 827,110 vehicles.

71.4%
Pass Rate
4,021
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
827,110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 413,594
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 319,427
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 245,244
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 239,165
constant velocity joint gaiter split 210,652
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AC03 BSU is a 2003 Nissan Micra in Black with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2003 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 52,810 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan Micra fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 413,594 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AC03 BSU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Micra typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 23 years old, this Nissan Micra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AC03 BSU is a 2003 Nissan Micra, first registered on 17 April 2003.

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