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AD53 RPO

2003 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1386cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

43,205 mi
Last recorded43,205 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Nissan Micra52,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD53 RPO
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,386cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 43,205 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2025 42,422 miles
Fail 15 May 2025 42,421 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 May 2024 41,661 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 40,869 miles
Fail 10 May 2023 40,869 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 May 2022 40,130 miles

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

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

all tyres 10 years old

front tyres perishing

Fail 16 May 2022 40,130 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

all tyres 10 years old

front tyres perishing

Pass 10 May 2021 39,235 miles
Pass 5 May 2020 38,475 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 37,763 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 36,844 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 35,791 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 34,564 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 33,230 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 31,876 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 30,801 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2012 29,340 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 27,283 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 25,010 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 22,643 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 20,004 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 17,577 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2007 17,577 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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AD53 RPO is a 2003 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 1,386cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AD53 RPO, 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 AD53 RPO registered?

AD53 RPO is a 2003 Nissan Micra, first registered on 15 December 2003.

Is AD53 RPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD53 RPO shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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