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AJ53 LMX

2003 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

154,454 mi
Last recorded154,454 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2023
Typical for 2003 Nissan Micra52,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ53 LMX
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2023 154,454 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 145,871 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2022 145,476 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 137,059 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2021 137,059 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 131,220 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside on inner faces (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output offside and nearside deteriorated (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded at the bottom (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced offside and nearside inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 125,036 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2018 115,373 miles

both rear coil springs are corroded

front brake discs are scored and pitted

Pass 9 Oct 2017 103,620 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2017 103,620 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 14 Oct 2016 91,953 miles

headlights / n/s/r tyre perishing / front cross member corroding / gearbox leak

Pass 23 Oct 2015 84,535 miles

BOTTOM RAD PANEL CORRODING

N/S/F WHEEL COVER MISSING / HEAD LIGHTS / SLIGHT OIL LEAK

Pass 3 Nov 2014 78,930 miles

N/S/F WHEEL COVER MISSING / SLIGHT CORROSION ON O/S/R SPRING / SLIGHT GEARBOX LEAK

Pass 8 Nov 2013 74,386 miles

SLIGHT CORROSION ON FRONT CROSS MEMBER

Pass 13 Nov 2012 70,779 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2012 70,779 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 28 Nov 2011 61,615 miles

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

both rear tyres wearing thin

Pass 13 Dec 2010 52,678 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 42,965 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 33,026 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 26,040 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 18,703 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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AJ53 LMX is a 2003 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LMX, 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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AJ53 LMX is a 2003 Nissan Micra, first registered on 20 November 2003.

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