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LC53 CXR

2003 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

95,303 mi
Last recorded95,303 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Nissan Micra52,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC53 CXR
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2017 95,303 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 87,695 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear parking brakes low

Front bumper slightly insecure

Front heat shield loose

Pass 5 Dec 2015 80,787 miles

Centre top brake light not working

Front bad oil leak

Front bumper damaged

Front heat shield insecure

Rear brakes imbalance 27%

Fail 5 Dec 2015 80,787 miles

Centre top brake light not working

Front bad oil leak

Front bumper damaged

Front heat shield insecure

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear brakes imbalance 27%

Fail 26 Nov 2014 76,967 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

top brake light not working

warning light staying on dash

Pass 26 Nov 2014 76,967 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

top brake light not working

warning light staying on dash

Pass 27 Nov 2013 68,898 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2013 68,898 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Centre Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Nov 2012 59,816 miles

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

offside rear light lense damaged

Fail 27 Nov 2012 59,816 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

offside rear light lense damaged

Pass 11 Oct 2011 46,037 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2010 31,335 miles

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

Fail 21 Oct 2010 31,335 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 21 Oct 2009 22,263 miles

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

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

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

nearside and offside front wiper blades are split but at the time of test cleared screen all ok

offside rear light unit is damaged but at the time of test did not show white light to the rear

Pass 25 Jul 2008 9,362 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 9,361 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 8 Aug 2007 8,392 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 7,216 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 CXR is a 2003 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LC53 CXR, 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 CXR registered?

LC53 CXR is a 2003 Nissan Micra, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is LC53 CXR safe to buy?

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