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AP03 LZE

2003 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1386cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

42,616 mi
Last recorded42,616 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Nissan Micra52,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP03 LZE
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,386cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2019 42,616 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n/s/r & n/s/f ()

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s & o/s (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 38,628 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Oil leak ()

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 28 Apr 2018 38,628 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Oil leak ()

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 36,709 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2016 34,343 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 32,095 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2014 30,189 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 27,978 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 27,978 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2012 24,923 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 20,636 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 14,700 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 11,074 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 9,623 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 8,219 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 6,625 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 LZE is a 2003 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 1,386cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 AP03 LZE, 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 LZE registered?

AP03 LZE is a 2003 Nissan Micra, first registered on 1 August 2003.

Is AP03 LZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP03 LZE shows 16 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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