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AF53 KCV

2003 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

72,466 mi
Last recorded72,466 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Nissan Micra52,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 72,466 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2026 72,465 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2025 67,090 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2024 64,396 miles

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

Fail 4 Mar 2024 64,396 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 62,379 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2023 62,379 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 60,102 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 57,168 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

slight corrosion on innner sills

Fail 5 Mar 2021 57,168 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

slight corrosion on innner sills

Pass 12 Feb 2020 54,987 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jan 2019 50,987 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 50,363 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 49,736 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 1 Feb 2016 49,199 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 48,517 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 47,395 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 46,034 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2013 46,034 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2012 45,009 miles

reverse lights not working.

Pass 4 Feb 2011 43,380 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 39,929 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 36,666 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 Jan 2008 33,662 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2006 33,409 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2006 33,409 miles

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

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 KCV is a 2003 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 KCV, 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 KCV registered?

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

Is AF53 KCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF53 KCV shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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