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AJ53 OUO

2003 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2017
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

138,093 mi
Last recorded138,093 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Nissan Micra52,810 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ53 OUO
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2016 138,093 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion cross member (6.1.B.2)

Fail 30 Sep 2016 138,092 miles

Fuel pipe leaking neck (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Coolant leak ()

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion cross member (6.1.B.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 124,642 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

n/s/r wheel bearing rough

oil leak

Fail 9 Oct 2015 124,642 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

n/s/r wheel bearing rough

oil leak

Pass 8 Oct 2014 116,198 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2014 116,198 miles

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 11 Oct 2013 107,542 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2013 107,542 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2012 95,207 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2012 95,207 miles

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

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

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 1 Oct 2011 83,046 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 71,402 miles

front bumper damaged

Fail 18 Oct 2010 71,402 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front bumper damaged

~~~~engine oil overfilled~~~~

Pass 19 Sep 2009 58,944 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

n/s/f and o/s/f wipre blades have a small tear in blade

Pass 4 Oct 2008 50,696 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2008 50,696 miles

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Oct 2007 40,583 miles

front bumper damaged

Pass 3 Oct 2006 30,021 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2006 30,019 miles

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

front tyres worn on edges

unable to check inner brake pads

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 OUO is a 2003 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 AJ53 OUO, 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 OUO registered?

AJ53 OUO is a 2003 Nissan Micra, first registered on 27 November 2003.

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