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AP03 GFA

2003 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

74,658 mi
Last recorded74,658 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Nissan Micra52,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP03 GFA
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 74,658 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2024 68,328 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Dec 2023 61,620 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2022 55,432 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 49,500 miles

O/S & N/S Rear tyres deteriorated

Pass 14 Dec 2020 43,644 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2019 39,197 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 34,815 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 25,373 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 17,363 miles

Nearside Front tyre has weathering cracks on outer side wall

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front tyre has weathering cracks on outer side wall

advise tyres replacement

Pass 10 Jul 2014 9,718 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 9 Jul 2014 9,715 miles

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 9,488 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2012 9,057 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 8,103 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 7,009 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 6,175 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 4,800 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 3,064 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 20 Jul 2006 1,056 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 20 Jul 2006 1,056 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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AP03 GFA is a 2003 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 AP03 GFA, 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 AP03 GFA registered?

AP03 GFA is a 2003 Nissan Micra, first registered on 21 July 2003.

Is AP03 GFA safe to buy?

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