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AF53 KDJ

2003 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

70,336 mi
Last recorded70,336 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2022
Typical for 2003 Nissan Micra52,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 KDJ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2022 70,336 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2021 70,308 miles

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

Fail 26 Nov 2021 70,308 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Both (4.1.4 (c))

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

Pass 16 Oct 2020 70,206 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2019 69,869 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 67,516 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 63,443 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 59,337 miles

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

Fail 27 Aug 2016 59,337 miles

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

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

Side repeater incorrect colour BOTH (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Aug 2015 58,106 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 56,165 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 53,703 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2012 50,786 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 47,218 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2011 47,208 miles

Nearside Indicator tell tale missing (1.4.A.2a)

Pass 10 Aug 2010 43,976 miles

all brake pipes are greased

Pass 20 Aug 2009 39,819 miles

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

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

n/s/r lower spring cussion is no attached correctly (spring is still secure)

n/s/r tyre is worn on outer edge

Pass 21 Aug 2008 34,528 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 28,551 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 21,705 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 KDJ is a 2003 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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

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