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AD03 YCU

2003 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests29 (20 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate69%

Mileage

69,313 mi
Last recorded69,313 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Nissan Micra52,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 YCU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

20 pass 9 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 69,313 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 67,588 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 64,853 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2023 64,853 miles

Front Position lamp not working both fronts (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 62,014 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 60,392 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both lights (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 57,447 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2020 57,447 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 55,960 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2019 55,960 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jul 2018 54,757 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2017 52,487 miles

Front Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing both (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 20 Jul 2017 52,487 miles

Front Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing both (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 48,504 miles

eml on

Fail 15 Jul 2016 48,503 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

eml on

Pass 31 Jul 2015 47,123 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2015 47,122 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

eml on

Pass 28 Jul 2014 45,890 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2013 44,593 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2012 42,304 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2011 39,621 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 39,621 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 34,928 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 30,355 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 26,603 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 26,603 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2007 22,507 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2007 22,507 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2006 18,031 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 YCU is a 2003 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YCU, 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 YCU registered?

AD03 YCU is a 2003 Nissan Micra, first registered on 22 July 2003.

Is AD03 YCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 YCU shows 29 tests with a 69% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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