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AO53 GPV

2003 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1386cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

72,408 mi
Last recorded72,408 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Nissan Micra52,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 GPV
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,386cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 72,408 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2025 72,008 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 70,345 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 67,508 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 64,835 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 59,409 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 55,553 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2019 50,395 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 16 May 2019 50,395 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 48,788 miles

Offside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 45,036 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2016 35,419 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 33,837 miles

nearside rear suspension coil spring rubber seat ripped and worn.

Pass 18 Jun 2014 32,294 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2013 30,614 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2012 28,827 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 28,827 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2011 27,283 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2011 27,283 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 25,959 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 23,116 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 18,933 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 15,876 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 12,819 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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AO53 GPV is a 2003 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,386cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GPV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO53 GPV registered?

AO53 GPV is a 2003 Nissan Micra, first registered on 17 September 2003.

Is AO53 GPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO53 GPV shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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