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LC53 LRZ

2003 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

142,025 mi
Last recorded142,025 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2025
Typical for 2003 Nissan Micra52,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC53 LRZ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2025 142,025 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2025 142,013 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective cap insecure nozzle corroded (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2024 124,319 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Feb 2024 124,319 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2023 115,298 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 109,541 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Oct 2019 100,296 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 7 Oct 2019 100,296 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 5 Oct 2018 88,164 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2018 88,164 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 74,798 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2017 74,798 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 11 Oct 2016 66,068 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 61,167 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 56,412 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 51,719 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 47,184 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 42,959 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Oct 2010 38,948 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 34,554 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 30,262 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 26,186 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 19,595 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 LRZ is a 2003 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 LRZ, 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 LRZ registered?

LC53 LRZ is a 2003 Nissan Micra, first registered on 27 October 2003.

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