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LC53 NLK

2003 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

86,989 mi
Last recorded86,989 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2014
Typical for 2003 Nissan Micra52,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC53 NLK
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2014 86,989 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2013 82,933 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 78,713 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2012 78,634 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2011 73,253 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 67,345 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2010 67,336 miles

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

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)

Pass 1 Aug 2009 61,021 miles

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

front pads look low

Pass 28 Jul 2008 54,573 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 48,214 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007 48,214 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 1 Nov 2006 64,054 miles

All hub caps are scuffed

Centre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Engine oil leak

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

Near side front seat back is worn to hole

Near side rear lower coil spring rubber is slightly displaced

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

Off side front seat back is worn to hole

Off side rear lower coil spring rubber is slightly displaced

Vehicle is fitted with dual control pedals

Windscreen washer fluid level low

Pass 1 Nov 2006 64,054 miles

All hub caps are scuffed

Engine oil leak

Near side front seat back is worn to hole

Near side rear lower coil spring rubber is slightly displaced

Off side front seat back is worn to hole

Off side rear lower coil spring rubber is slightly displaced

Vehicle is fitted with dual control pedals

Windscreen washer fluid level low

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 NLK is a 2003 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 NLK, 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 NLK registered?

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

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