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2003 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · VA53 GVM

VA53 GVM

2003 Nissan Micra (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01/12/2003. Recorded mileage 67,689 miles. MOT valid until 11/12/2026. Taxed until 01/04/2027.

Make & Model
NISSAN MICRA
Year / Origin
2003 · Worcester
MOT Status
Valid until 11/12/2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01/04/2027)
Recorded Mileage
67,689 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 11/12/2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/04/2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2003
Engine
1240cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle's overall roadworthiness is currently failing, as evidenced by the most recent MOT test on November 26, 2025, which was recorded at 67,689 miles with no reported defects. This date marks the end of the current test cycle, indicating that the vehicle has not been tested up to this point. The maintenance trend is stable, meaning the vehicle has not experienced a significant worsening of mechanical condition since the last test; however, the failure to pass the test suggests that the vehicle has not undergone adequate upkeep or servicing. The most recent test was conducted on November 26, 2025, at 67,689 miles, which is the final date for the current test cycle. The mileage pattern reveals a distinct gap between the recorded data and the vehicle's age. The vehicle is approximately 23 years old with 67,689 miles, representing roughly 2,943 miles per year. This mileage accumulation is consistent with a low-use or long-standing vehicle, which can lead to wear on consumables, suspension, brakes, and drivetrain components. The data is relatively clean with no gaps in the mileage record, meaning there is no abrupt acceleration of wear that would suggest a sudden failure of a critical component. The vehicle has not been tested up to this point, and the failure to pass the MOT indicates that the vehicle has not been serviced in a way that would prevent future breakdowns. Given the recurring faults and the nature of the vehicle's history, a buyer should inspect the vehicle in person to identify specific mechanical risks. The most recent test failure, recorded on November 26, 2025, at 67,689 miles, involved a nearside headlamp aiming issue and a rough bearing on the rear wheel. These faults suggest that the vehicle has not undergone adequate upkeep, and the current history indicates that the vehicle has not been serviced in a way that would prevent future breakdowns. The vehicle has not been tested up to this point, and the failure to pass the MOT indicates that the vehicle has not been serviced in a way that would prevent future breakdowns.

VA53 GVM Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 26/11/2025
  • 67,689 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (6 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
75
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
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VA53 GVM Mileage History

  1. 29/11/202364,927 mi
  2. 30/11/202364,963 mi+36 mi
  3. 11/12/202466,191 mi+1,228 mi
  4. 11/12/202466,191 mi
  5. 26/11/202567,689 mi+1,498 mi

Average of roughly 1,386 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

VA53 GVM MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Jun 2026, 03:16
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Nissan Micra (VA53 GVM) between November 2023 and November 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 26 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (6 issues), Tyres (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))”; “Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))”.

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