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AD03 BTE

2003 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

51,136 mi
Last recorded51,136 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Nissan Micra52,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 BTE
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 51,136 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 44,473 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2023 37,995 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 30,681 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 24,132 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 18,976 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 11,160 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 11,001 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 May 2017 10,724 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 May 2016 10,473 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 May 2015 10,136 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 May 2014 9,972 miles

front brake discs worn

front brake pads low

handbrake travel high

rear number plate starting to de-laminate

Pass 28 May 2013 9,569 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 28 May 2013 9,569 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 May 2012 7,314 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 May 2011 5,077 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 2,651 miles
Pass 22 May 2009
Pass 21 May 2008 13,528 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 10,398 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 7,844 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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AD03 BTE is a 2003 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 AD03 BTE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AD03 BTE registered?

AD03 BTE is a 2003 Nissan Micra, first registered on 27 May 2003.

Is AD03 BTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 BTE shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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