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AJ53 LML

2003 Nissan Micra

Black Petrol 1386cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

83,816 mi
Last recorded83,816 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Nissan Micra52,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ53 LML
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,386cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 83,816 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 77,216 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both rear cils (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2024 69,368 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 63,682 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 56,009 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 47,450 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Front (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 47,420 miles

Front crossmember corroded (radiator support)

Head lamps cloudy

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2019 45,748 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2019 45,746 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

alternator belt cracking

reverse light not functioning properly

water pump belt severely deteriorated

Pass 5 Nov 2018 43,646 miles

Front cross member corroded.

head light lenses cloudy.

Pass 21 Nov 2017 42,370 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2017 42,370 miles

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2016 40,923 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 39,722 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 38,564 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 37,082 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 35,324 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 33,185 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 29,817 miles

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

Fail 8 Nov 2010 29,817 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2009 26,081 miles

front brake pads getting low

Pass 10 Nov 2008 22,280 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 18,205 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 16 Nov 2006 14,072 miles

Rear wiper blade split

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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AJ53 LML is a 2003 Nissan Micra in Black with a 1,386cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AJ53 LML, 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 AJ53 LML registered?

AJ53 LML is a 2003 Nissan Micra, first registered on 21 November 2003.

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