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AF53 ZDD

2003 Nissan Micra

Black Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

87,835 mi
Last recorded87,835 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2012
Typical for 2003 Nissan Micra52,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 ZDD
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2012 87,835 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Passangers external door handle loose but can be operated correctly

Pass 21 Jul 2011 80,508 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2010 71,639 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

rear exhaust brackets corroded

Pass 10 Aug 2010 71,639 miles

rear exhaust brackets corroded

Pass 12 Aug 2009 61,818 miles

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)

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

n/s door handle damaged

Fail 12 Aug 2009 61,818 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

n/s door handle damaged

Pass 13 Aug 2008 54,159 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 44,876 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2007 44,876 miles

Nearside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

1- n/s/f door handle damaged † †2- rear bumper damaged † †3- rear boot dented

Oil leak

Pass 10 Aug 2006 35,295 miles

† † †1- rear bumper damaaged on o/s † †2- o/s/f door dented / damaged

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 ZDD is a 2003 Nissan Micra in Black with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 ZDD, 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 ZDD registered?

AF53 ZDD is a 2003 Nissan Micra, first registered on 11 September 2003.

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