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AD03 BTX

2003 Nissan Micra

Gold Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

78,566 mi
Last recorded78,566 miles
Recorded on30 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Nissan Micra52,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 BTX
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2019 78,566 miles
Fail 30 May 2019 78,566 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 75,951 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 74,698 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 71,773 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 69,491 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 66,945 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

exhaust middle pipe is corroded

Pass 17 Jul 2013 65,148 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 62,190 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 59,867 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2011 59,867 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 57,143 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2009 51,777 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 45,908 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 38,628 miles

N/S/F Tyre outer edge worn

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2006 29,702 miles

Window screen has several chips on it in zone A although they are just in the required measurement at time of test

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 BTX is a 2003 Nissan Micra in Gold with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BTX, 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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What year was AD03 BTX registered?

AD03 BTX is a 2003 Nissan Micra, first registered on 10 June 2003.

Is AD03 BTX safe to buy?

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