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AO03 NTC

2003 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1386cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

119,903 mi
Last recorded119,903 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2022
Typical for 2003 Nissan Micra52,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 NTC
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,386cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2022 119,903 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2022 119,903 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 114,808 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 108,857 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2019 98,622 miles
Fail 25 May 2019 98,538 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Both headlights deteriorated

Pass 25 May 2018 90,425 miles

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

Fail 17 May 2018 90,409 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 10 May 2017 82,693 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 80,170 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2015 72,748 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 66,268 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2014 66,268 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 May 2013 59,634 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2012 53,633 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 47,371 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

nearside rear tyre distorted and out of shape

Pass 12 May 2010 44,263 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 41,721 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 41,721 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 6 May 2008 35,339 miles

NON STANDARD STICKER ON FRONT AND REAR NUMBER PLATES

Pass 10 May 2007 27,381 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 19,288 miles

Nearside front tyre wearin outer edge.

Wipers split all round though still clearing screen.

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 NTC is a 2003 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 1,386cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 NTC, 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 NTC registered?

AO03 NTC is a 2003 Nissan Micra, first registered on 12 May 2003.

Is AO03 NTC safe to buy?

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