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AP03 GDJ

2003 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

103,074 mi
Last recorded103,074 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2023
Typical for 2003 Nissan Micra52,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP03 GDJ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2023 103,074 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 98,357 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 94,408 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 89,465 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Spring mount missing, not affecting security.

Reverse lights not working.

Fail 23 Mar 2020 89,465 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Spring mount missing, not affecting security.

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

Reverse lights not working.

Pass 8 Mar 2019 83,134 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Mar 2019 83,134 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 76,554 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 70,359 miles

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

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

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

Fail 10 Apr 2017 70,359 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2016 62,538 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 May 2015 54,713 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 48,770 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 41,977 miles

Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

n/s/f wishbone bush bonding starting to seperate

o/s handbrake poor

screen damage

Pass 26 Apr 2012 39,672 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 37,420 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 34,036 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2009 30,838 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2008 27,331 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 21,793 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 17,992 miles

front tyres wearing on sides

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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AP03 GDJ is a 2003 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 AP03 GDJ, 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 AP03 GDJ registered?

AP03 GDJ is a 2003 Nissan Micra, first registered on 18 July 2003.

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