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AJ53 WGG

2003 Nissan Micra

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2017
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

75,469 mi
Last recorded75,469 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Nissan Micra52,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ53 WGG
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2016 75,469 miles

Exhaust noisy exhaust noisy but no leak of gasses (7.1.4)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front headlamp has been glued into position as clips are all broken

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

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

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

engine has severe oil leak

front bumper has broken clips

Fail 30 Apr 2016 75,469 miles

Exhaust noisy exhaust noisy but no leak of gasses (7.1.4)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front headlamp has been glued into position as clips are all broken

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

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

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

engine has severe oil leak

front bumper has broken clips

Fail 27 Feb 2016 79,580 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2015 70,854 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Oil leak

exhaust slight rusty

Pass 6 Feb 2014 69,829 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2014 69,821 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Feb 2013 68,700 miles

Oil leak

petrol flap slightly siezed

slight corrosion under bonnet

Fail 6 Feb 2013 69,697 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

petrol flap slightly siezed

slight corrosion under bonnet

Pass 31 Jan 2012 63,737 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 56,930 miles

Corrosion at bonnet leading edge close to excessive.

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

Play in offside track rod end close to excessive.

Fail 10 Jan 2011 56,930 miles

Corrosion at bonnet leading edge close to excessive.

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

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

Play in offside track rod end close to excessive.

Pass 4 Feb 2010 44,757 miles

knocking noise from steering turned side to side possable top mounting bearings

Fail 1 Feb 2010 44,729 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

knocking noise from steering turned side to side possable top mounting bearings

Pass 4 Feb 2009 32,097 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 24,519 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 10,767 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 WGG is a 2003 Nissan Micra in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 WGG, 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 WGG is a 2003 Nissan Micra, first registered on 12 December 2003.

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