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LC53 CYU

2003 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2021
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

95,545 mi
Last recorded95,545 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 Nissan Micra52,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2020 95,545 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2020 95,544 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb not seated (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb not seated (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault air bag (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2019 90,536 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both side (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Oct 2019 90,536 miles

Front Headlamp lens seriously defective both side (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both side (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2018 86,554 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front sunvisor unsecure.

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 24 Nov 2018 86,553 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring mounting fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring mounting insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault Airbag. (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front sunvisor unsecure.

Pass 31 Oct 2017 81,267 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2016 75,549 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2015 70,137 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Oct 2015 70,137 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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)

Fail 11 Sep 2014 64,304 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2014 64,304 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2013 59,577 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 54,873 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 50,274 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 46,075 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 41,013 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 37,183 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 30,354 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 CYU is a 2003 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 CYU, 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 CYU registered?

LC53 CYU is a 2003 Nissan Micra, first registered on 10 November 2003.

Is LC53 CYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC53 CYU shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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