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AO03 POU

2003 Nissan Micra

Gold Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2020
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

75,778 mi
Last recorded75,778 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Nissan Micra52,810 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 POU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2019 75,778 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened fronts inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

battery light flashing

Pass 9 Feb 2018 72,403 miles

both front brake discs inner faces have a rust lip

Fail 3 Feb 2018 72,403 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

front brake application uneven o/s/f slow (3.7.B.2)

both front brake discs inner faces have a rust lip

o/s/f brake slight bind

Pass 8 Feb 2017 70,886 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 69,990 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2016 69,926 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 63,518 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2015 63,518 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 3 Feb 2014 59,669 miles
Fail 17 May 2013 54,869 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

air bag light on

Pass 17 May 2013 54,869 miles

air bag light on

Fail 31 May 2012 50,234 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 31 May 2012 50,234 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 43,480 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 37,659 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 32,561 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2009 32,561 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2008 26,369 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 22,980 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 19,180 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 POU is a 2003 Nissan Micra in Gold with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 POU, 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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AO03 POU is a 2003 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 April 2003.

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