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LC53 RCU

2003 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1386cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

34,476 mi
Last recorded34,476 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Nissan Micra52,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 34,476 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2024 32,788 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 29 Oct 2024 32,788 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2023 56,897 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 30,088 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 28,634 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2021 28,634 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2020 27,210 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre x2 ()

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

Pass 22 Oct 2019 26,175 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 24,029 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 24 Oct 2018 24,029 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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))

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 22,587 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2016 20,866 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 18,858 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 18,394 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 17,904 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 17,233 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 16,555 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 15,800 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 15,036 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 14,163 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 13,220 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 12,000 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 RCU is a 2003 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,386cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 RCU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LC53 RCU registered?

LC53 RCU is a 2003 Nissan Micra, first registered on 29 October 2003.

Is LC53 RCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC53 RCU shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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