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AO53 FYW

2003 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

54,103 mi
Last recorded54,103 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Nissan Micra52,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 FYW
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2019 54,103 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2019 54,103 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 53,531 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 53,520 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2016 53,520 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

O/S/R tyre cracking and deteriorated

Pass 25 Mar 2015 51,280 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 47,433 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2013 47,433 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2012 46,054 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 42,107 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2010 38,334 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Nov 2010 38,334 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 35,273 miles

noise from steering rack

Pass 4 Dec 2008 32,638 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 27,045 miles

NOISE FROM STEERING

Pass 28 Nov 2006 20,416 miles

KNOCKING FROM STEERING

O/S WIPER BLADE SPLIT

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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AO53 FYW is a 2003 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AO53 FYW, 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 AO53 FYW registered?

AO53 FYW is a 2003 Nissan Micra, first registered on 27 September 2003.

Is AO53 FYW safe to buy?

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