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AF03 NWM

2003 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2023
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

118,928 mi
Last recorded118,928 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2022
Typical for 2003 Nissan Micra52,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 NWM
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2022 118,928 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Underside corroded

Pass 9 Mar 2021 111,005 miles

o/s/r bumper damage.

Fail 8 Mar 2021 111,003 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2020 98,037 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2020 98,037 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 81,979 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2019 81,979 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (wing) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 72,693 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Oct 2016 63,682 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 54,668 miles

exhaust corroded

front brake discs worn

rear tyres splitting

Fail 7 Oct 2015 54,613 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 165/65R14 (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 165/60R14 (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19" (8.2.2)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 165/60R14 (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19" (8.2.2)

Registration plate lamp not working ns and os (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

front and rear tyres differ in size

front brake pads low

osf tyre has cuts to face 165/65R14

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Oct 2014 45,539 miles

nearside front tyre side damage

Pass 6 Sep 2013 35,092 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2013 35,092 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Aug 2012 29,266 miles

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Fail 18 Aug 2012 29,266 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 23,404 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 18,294 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 17,270 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2008 16,718 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 13,260 miles

slight smear on front wipers.

Pass 27 Jul 2006 10,773 miles

wiper blades slightly worn

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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AF03 NWM is a 2003 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 AF03 NWM, 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 AF03 NWM registered?

AF03 NWM is a 2003 Nissan Micra, first registered on 26 March 2003.

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