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AP03 OTV

2003 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1386cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

66,385 mi
Last recorded66,385 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Nissan Micra52,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP03 OTV
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,386cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 66,385 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jun 2026 66,385 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jun 2025 64,822 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jun 2025 64,822 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2024 63,633 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 62,010 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 60,992 miles

Nearside tell tail missing for hazards

Nearside tell tail missing for indicator

Pass 15 Jun 2021 60,032 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 15 Jun 2021 60,032 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 18 Jun 2020 58,838 miles

Nearside Indicator tell-tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2020 58,838 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements deteriorated (0.1 (d))

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

Nearside Indicator tell-tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 57,551 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2018 52,066 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 44,493 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 39,109 miles

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

Fail 18 Jun 2016 39,109 miles

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)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2015 37,729 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 35,357 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 33,940 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 30,319 miles

Fuel filler flap release mechanism inoperative.

Nearside rear coil spring rubber dampener missing.

Nearside wiper blade splitting.

Pass 1 Aug 2011 28,191 miles

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

front brake discs worn

Pass 26 Jul 2010 26,064 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

o/s wiper split.

Pass 23 Jul 2009 21,604 miles

long park brake lever travel.

o/s wiper split on end.

park brake effort 23%.

Pass 8 Aug 2008 18,239 miles

exhaust system slightly deteriorated.

Pass 6 Jul 2007 14,131 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 11,368 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 OTV is a 2003 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,386cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 OTV, 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 OTV registered?

AP03 OTV is a 2003 Nissan Micra, first registered on 31 July 2003.

Is AP03 OTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP03 OTV shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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