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AD53 RPV

2003 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

54,934 mi
Last recorded54,934 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2022
Typical for 2003 Nissan Micra52,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD53 RPV
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2022 54,934 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front lower crossmember corroded

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Under body corroded

Pass 16 Dec 2020 52,378 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 15 Dec 2020 52,378 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both no pattern (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 51,336 miles

oil leak

Pass 29 May 2018 49,119 miles

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

headlights have weak patterns

Pass 8 Jun 2017 47,161 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2016 44,136 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2015 41,180 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2014 38,202 miles

offside rear wheel bearing has possiable slight noise

Fail 12 Jun 2014 38,202 miles

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

offside rear wheel bearing has possiable slight noise

Pass 13 Dec 2013 36,409 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2012 33,606 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2011 30,993 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 28,734 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 26,259 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 23,782 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2007 19,185 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 13,413 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2006 13,413 miles

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

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 RPV is a 2003 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 AD53 RPV, 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 RPV registered?

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

Is AD53 RPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD53 RPV shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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