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AF53 MXG

2003 Nissan Micra

Gold Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

79,812 mi
Last recorded79,812 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Nissan Micra52,810 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 MXG
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2015 79,812 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 3 Oct 2015 79,812 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

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

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2014 74,972 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 23 Sep 2014 74,929 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 4 Oct 2013 69,389 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 61,854 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2012 61,851 miles

Nearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 56,366 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2011 56,366 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 11 Oct 2010 53,323 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 53,181 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 46,772 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 46,772 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2008 42,418 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 34,387 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 MXG is a 2003 Nissan Micra in Gold with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AF53 MXG, 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 MXG registered?

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

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