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AO03 SXV

2003 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

62,182 mi
Last recorded62,182 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Nissan Micra52,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 SXV
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2017 62,182 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 May 2016 59,004 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 May 2015 56,452 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 51,640 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 May 2013 48,860 miles

air bag light does not illuminate

Fail 10 May 2013 46,860 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 1 May 2012 42,310 miles

Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 9 May 2011 37,614 miles

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

front brake pads getting thin

Pass 12 May 2010 32,988 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)

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

Pass 13 May 2009 27,977 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 23,283 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 19,950 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 15,529 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 SXV is a 2003 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 SXV, 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 SXV registered?

AO03 SXV is a 2003 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is AO03 SXV safe to buy?

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