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LC53 NLL

2003 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1386cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2024
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

149,452 mi
Last recorded149,452 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2023
Typical for 2003 Nissan Micra52,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC53 NLL
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,386cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2023 149,452 miles

Engine MIL: malfunction indicator lamp it is on

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

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking brake low efficiency

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2022 138,294 miles

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

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 123,872 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2020 111,245 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 104,986 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 28 Jan 2019 104,986 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Feb 2018 92,181 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 21 Feb 2018 92,181 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Feb 2017 76,336 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2017 76,334 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 26 Feb 2016 62,618 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 61,889 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 59,647 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2014 59,647 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2013 56,087 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 Oct 2012 51,429 miles

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

wiper blades streaking

Pass 31 Oct 2011 47,273 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 41,229 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2010 41,229 miles

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Tailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Pass 30 Oct 2009 35,260 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 27,824 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Oct 2008 27,824 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2007 24,874 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 22,791 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 NLL is a 2003 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,386cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NLL, 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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LC53 NLL is a 2003 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 October 2003.

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