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AO03 VDL

2003 Nissan Micra

Black Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2020
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

102,122 mi
Last recorded102,122 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2019
Typical for 2003 Nissan Micra52,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 VDL
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2019 102,122 miles

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

Fail 16 Dec 2019 102,093 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 12 Dec 2018 56,332 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 11 Dec 2018 56,330 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 12 Dec 2017 49,339 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2016 46,699 miles

battery light flahing

damage to offside front chassis leg end

slight damage to nearside front wheel rim

Fail 9 Dec 2016 46,697 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

battery light flahing

damage to offside front chassis leg end

slight damage to nearside front wheel rim

Pass 17 Dec 2015 42,462 miles

oil leak

Fail 17 Dec 2015 42,462 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Fail 7 Dec 2015 42,226 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high Headlamp mount broken (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front Indicator lose

Pass 27 Jan 2015 36,900 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 34,694 miles

Nearside rear tyre is wearing thin and has cracks

Underneth engine is oily

offside front tyre has inner and outer wear

offside rear tyre slightly perished in the outer area and has cracks

Fail 17 Apr 2014 34,530 miles

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside rear tyre is wearing thin and has cracks

Underneth engine is oily

offside front tyre has inner and outer wear

offside rear tyre slightly perished in the outer area and has cracks

Pass 13 Apr 2013 29,973 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 24,968 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 19,786 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 19,751 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 29 Oct 2010 19,751 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2009 16,609 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 15,033 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 10,712 miles

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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 VDL is a 2003 Nissan Micra in Black with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VDL, 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 VDL registered?

AO03 VDL is a 2003 Nissan Micra, first registered on 16 July 2003.

Is AO03 VDL safe to buy?

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