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AO03 SZD

2003 Nissan Almera

Red Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

57,966 mi
Last recorded57,966 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Nissan Almera59,774 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 SZD
MakeNissan
ModelAlmera
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2019 57,966 miles

Brake discs corroded

Brake pipes starting to corrode

Front exhaust flexi in poor condition

Pass 23 Apr 2018 56,713 miles

Brake discs corroded

Brake pipes starting to corrode

Exhaust flexi in poor condition

Fail 17 Apr 2018 56,674 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Brake discs corroded

Brake pipes starting to corrode

Exhaust flexi in poor condition

Pass 26 Apr 2017 55,129 miles

Brake discs corroded

Exhaust in poor condition

Nearside rear tyre tread cracked

Pass 22 Apr 2016 53,443 miles

Brake discs corroded

Front exhaust in poor condition

No rear seats fitted

Pass 22 Apr 2015 52,157 miles

brake discs corroded

front exhaust flexi in poor condition

no rear seats fitted

Pass 24 Apr 2014 51,340 miles

brake discs starting to corrode

no rear seats fitted

Pass 24 Apr 2013 50,532 miles

front exhaust flexi in poor condition

no rear seats fitted

Fail 25 Apr 2012 49,922 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 25 Apr 2012 49,922 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 4 Apr 2011 48,495 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 41,114 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 32,817 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2009 65,448 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 26,271 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 19,648 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 13,788 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Almera?

Based on 2,976,239 MOT tests across 231,560 vehicles.

71.1%
Pass Rate
5,550
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
231,560
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 141,538
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 88,997
Brake pipe excessively corroded 84,584
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 77,923
position lamp(s) not working 67,756
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AO03 SZD is a 2003 Nissan Almera in Red with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2003 Nissan Almera models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 59,774 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan Almera fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 141,538 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO03 SZD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Almera typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 23 years old, this Nissan Almera is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO03 SZD registered?

AO03 SZD is a 2003 Nissan Almera, first registered on 17 April 2003.

Is AO03 SZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO03 SZD shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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