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AO03 VBY

2003 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

88,864 mi
Last recorded88,864 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2024
Typical for 2003 Nissan Micra52,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2024 88,864 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 80,233 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 64,095 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 54,077 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2020 49,920 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2019 42,561 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Apr 2018 39,224 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 33,854 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2017 33,839 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2016 27,199 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 26,684 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 25,990 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 24,986 miles

N/s.rear wheel bearing slightly noisy.

Pass 13 Mar 2012 23,967 miles

N/s.rear wheel bearing slighty noisy.

Pass 9 Mar 2011 22,279 miles

N/S/R wheel bearing slightly noisy

Pass 9 Mar 2010 20,934 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 18,321 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 16,663 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 14,120 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 11,575 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 VBY is a 2003 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 VBY, 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 VBY registered?

AO03 VBY is a 2003 Nissan Micra, first registered on 25 April 2003.

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