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AP03 NHC

2003 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

36,317 mi
Last recorded36,317 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Nissan Micra52,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP03 NHC
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 12 Dec 2016 36,317 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

offside front tyre worn low

Pass 21 Sep 2015 35,823 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2015 35,823 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Fail 14 Aug 2014 33,304 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 33,304 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2013 30,113 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 27,758 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 27,391 miles

headlamps are crazing which is starting to affect the beam patterns

Pass 15 Jul 2010 26,421 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2010 26,248 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

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

both front headlamps have poor beam image due to deterioration of headlamp lens

Pass 13 Jul 2009 20,881 miles

Both rear tyres cracked in tread

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

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside front tyre cracked in tread

Pass 9 Jul 2008 13,023 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 7,533 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 2,840 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 NHC is a 2003 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NHC, 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 NHC registered?

AP03 NHC is a 2003 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is AP03 NHC safe to buy?

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