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AO03 DXW

2003 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2025
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

78,324 mi
Last recorded78,324 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2024
Typical for 2003 Nissan Micra52,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 DXW
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2024 78,324 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Feb 2024 78,324 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 24 Jan 2023 76,842 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 68,673 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 67,674 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 59,892 miles

Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2018 54,238 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 21 Mar 2018 54,238 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak ()

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 50,597 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 21 Mar 2017 50,511 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 46,637 miles

BOTH NEARSIDE TYRES WORN ON EDGES

REAR EXHAUST JOINT WEAK

Fail 18 Mar 2016 46,637 miles

BOTH NEARSIDE TYRES WORN ON EDGES

REAR EXHAUST JOINT WEAK

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 42,711 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside rear tyre starting to crack and perish

Pass 6 Mar 2014 38,149 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 6 Mar 2014 38,149 miles

Front Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 34,904 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 30,342 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 24,963 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Mar 2010 20,341 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 15,873 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 13,373 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Mar 2007 10,550 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 6,729 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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AO03 DXW is a 2003 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 AO03 DXW, 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 AO03 DXW registered?

AO03 DXW is a 2003 Nissan Micra, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is AO03 DXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO03 DXW shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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