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AF53 KAU

2003 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

83,375 mi
Last recorded83,375 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Nissan Micra52,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 KAU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2017 83,375 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2017 83,369 miles

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 76,560 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both front tyres worn on the innner and outer edges

Pass 12 Jul 2013 74,254 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 70,902 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2011 69,812 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2010 67,967 miles

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 30 Dec 2008 61,427 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2007 55,890 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 53,379 miles

sump gasket sweating

Pass 4 Aug 2006 42,543 miles

catalytic converter bvolts corroding

front exhaust bracket corroding

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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AF53 KAU is a 2003 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 AF53 KAU, 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 AF53 KAU registered?

AF53 KAU is a 2003 Nissan Micra, first registered on 6 September 2003.

Is AF53 KAU safe to buy?

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