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AJ52 VCK

2003 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2022
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

161,442 mi
Last recorded161,442 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2022
Typical for 2003 Nissan Micra52,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ52 VCK
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Fail 27 Jan 2022 161,442 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill ,,, + inner wheel arch bottom corer (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill + inner sill corner (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt loose not fitted right ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 153,728 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 15 Jan 2021 153,728 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2020 144,689 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Slight leak from engine sump (corrosion) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jan 2020 144,689 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Slight leak from engine sump (corrosion) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2019 140,102 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 135,346 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 130,846 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 126,339 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 121,106 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 117,500 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 107,960 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 97,352 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 89,385 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2011 89,385 miles

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 22 Jan 2010 73,537 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 57,164 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 40,080 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 39,994 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 30,582 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Jan 2006 21,030 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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AJ52 VCK is a 2003 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 AJ52 VCK, 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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AJ52 VCK is a 2003 Nissan Micra, first registered on 1 February 2003.

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