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AK03 XHB

2003 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

100,705 mi
Last recorded100,705 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2021
Typical for 2003 Nissan Micra52,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK03 XHB
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2021 100,705 miles

Exhaust heatshield around front pipe is loose and rattling

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Appear approx. 80% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low on inner and outer (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low on outer, also appears out of shape (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very low, almost bald on inner (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 2 Feb 2021 100,503 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Exhaust heatshield around front pipe is loose and rattling

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Appear approx. 80% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low on inner and outer (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low on outer, also appears out of shape (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very low, almost bald on inner (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 78,779 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 68,564 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 68,341 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Jun 2016 68,037 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 67,077 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2015 67,077 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

both front tyres starting to perrish and split

Pass 28 May 2014 65,821 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 64,727 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 63,450 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 62,034 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 60,117 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 60,085 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 55,896 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 47,684 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 41,941 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2007 41,941 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2006 30,401 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 XHB is a 2003 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 XHB, 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 XHB registered?

AK03 XHB is a 2003 Nissan Micra, first registered on 17 April 2003.

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