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AF53 KBP

2003 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2017
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

95,753 mi
Last recorded95,753 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Nissan Micra52,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2016 95,753 miles

front tyres are perished

Fail 26 Jul 2016 95,752 miles

Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced both side (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working side light (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

front tyres are perished

Pass 14 Apr 2015 87,644 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 1 Apr 2015 87,776 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Oil leak

Pass 31 Mar 2014 79,117 miles

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

cut to n/s/f tyre outer wall

Pass 15 Jul 2013 75,371 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2013 75,371 miles

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

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

chip in sreen

Pass 20 Jul 2012 64,590 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 50,811 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2011 50,811 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Aug 2010 42,519 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2010 42,519 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside rear tyre 2+mm nearside front 2mm offside rear 3mm

~~~~~~~~engine oil on min~~~~~~~

Fail 28 Aug 2009 33,640 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 33,640 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2008 26,722 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2008 26,722 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 19,015 miles

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

nsf tyre worn on outside

Pass 30 Sep 2006 10,691 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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AF53 KBP is a 2003 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 AF53 KBP, 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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AF53 KBP is a 2003 Nissan Micra, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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