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AK03 DPU

2003 Nissan Micra

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

19,476 mi
Last recorded19,476 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Nissan Micra52,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK03 DPU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 19,476 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2026 19,476 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Apr 2025 18,724 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 18,114 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 17,317 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 15,813 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2022 15,813 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2021 14,526 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 13,213 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 12,836 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 12,444 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 11,887 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2017 11,887 miles

Rear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 11,359 miles

Nearside Rear mudflap missing

Pass 24 Mar 2015 10,723 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 10,185 miles

slight noise from nearside front wheel when rotating

slight noise from nearside front wheel when rotating

Pass 2 Apr 2013 9,570 miles

Nearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

advise slight perishing on all tyres

advise tax disc not displayed

advise wiper blades

Fail 2 Apr 2013 9,570 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

advise slight perishing on all tyres

advise tax disc not displayed

advise wiper blades

Pass 28 Mar 2012 8,802 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 8,128 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 6,677 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 19 Mar 2009 5,675 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2009 5,675 miles

Offside Front Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 4,938 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 3,579 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 2,431 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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AK03 DPU is a 2003 Nissan Micra in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 AK03 DPU, 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 AK03 DPU registered?

AK03 DPU is a 2003 Nissan Micra, first registered on 3 April 2003.

Is AK03 DPU safe to buy?

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