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LC53 CFZ

2003 Nissan Micra

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

53,256 mi
Last recorded53,256 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Nissan Micra52,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC53 CFZ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2018 53,256 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 52,896 miles

Oil leak engine area ()

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust system deteriorated and hangers heavily corroded

Fail 25 Oct 2017 52,896 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak engine area ()

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust system deteriorated and hangers heavily corroded

Pass 11 Oct 2016 51,515 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2016 51,515 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2015 50,298 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 47,963 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 44,525 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 40,692 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 37,323 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 34,233 miles

rear springs lower rubber seats worn through

Pass 22 Sep 2009 30,278 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 26,886 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2007 21,769 miles

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

Fail 27 Sep 2007 21,769 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Sep 2006 18,740 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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LC53 CFZ is a 2003 Nissan Micra in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LC53 CFZ, 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 LC53 CFZ registered?

LC53 CFZ is a 2003 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is LC53 CFZ safe to buy?

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