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AO03 GVM

2003 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

72,698 mi
Last recorded72,698 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Nissan Micra52,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 GVM
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Fail 5 Mar 2026 72,698 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Arch corroded marked yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner and outer arch corroded marked yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak

Underneath vehicle corroding

Pass 24 Feb 2025 72,488 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2024 71,710 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 70,878 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 70,021 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 68,998 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 68,013 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 65,222 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 62,851 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 602,579 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 58,183 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 55,146 miles

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

offside front tyre worn on edge

Pass 18 Mar 2014 50,668 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2013 45,962 miles

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

nearside rear tyre sidewall damaged

Pass 9 Mar 2012 42,169 miles

nearside front tyre worn on edge

Pass 11 Mar 2011 36,903 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 18 Mar 2010 31,438 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2009 27,946 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 23,870 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 21,467 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 16,248 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 GVM is a 2003 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 AO03 GVM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO03 GVM registered?

AO03 GVM is a 2003 Nissan Micra, first registered on 22 March 2003.

Is AO03 GVM safe to buy?

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