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Nissan Micra MOT Results

Registered in 2003
51.7% pass rate
from 15,805 tests in 2021
(4.4% worse than other 2003 cars)
Pass rate by mileage
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Failure rates by item

Here you can drill down into the failure rates for each item on the test. We've also compared the rates to the average results for 2003 cars and highlighted areas where the Nissan Micra is unusually good or bad.

  • 23% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (35% worse than other 2003 cars)
    • 9.2% fail on Headlamps (75% worse than other 2003 cars)
      • 8.9% fail on Headlamp (87% worse than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.32% fail on Headlamp levelling device (36% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.0063% fail on Matched pair
      • 0.0063% fail on Dipswitch
    • 7.4% fail on Registration plate lamp(s) (2 times worse than other 2003 cars)
    • 4.7% fail on Direction indicators (98% worse than other 2003 cars)
      • 4.7% fail on Flashing type (98% worse than other 2003 cars)
        • 2.7% fail on Side repeaters (2 times worse than other 2003 cars)
        • 2.1% fail on Individual direction indicators (37% worse than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.10% fail on All direction indicators
        • 0.019% fail on Switch
    • 3.5% fail on Headlamp aim (10% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 2.8% fail on Headlamp aim (22% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.78% fail on Headlamp aim not tested (77% worse than other 2003 cars)
    • 3.4% fail on Stop lamp (27% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 1.2% fail on Electrical equipment (65% worse than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.67% fail on Horn (90% worse than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.58% fail on Battery(ies) (65% worse than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.038% fail on Electrical wiring
      • 0.0063% fail on Trailer electrical socket
    • 0.39% fail on Front and rear fog lamps (72% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.39% fail on Rear fog lamp (72% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.39% fail on Rear fog lamp (72% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.0063% fail on Switch
    • 0.070% fail on Position lamps (69% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.070% fail on Position lamp (68% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 0.032% fail on Hazard warning (76% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.032% fail on Switch (76% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 0.019% fail on Reversing lamps (5 times worse than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.013% fail on Reversing lamp switch (22 times worse than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.0063% fail on Reversing lamps
    • 0.013% fail on Rear reflectors (81% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 0.013% fail on Mandatory tell-tales
      • 0.0063% fail on Main beam tell-tale
      • 0.0063% fail on Rear fog lamp tell-tale
  • 18% fail on Suspension (8.8% worse than other 2003 cars)
    • 6.1% fail on Springs (55% worse than other 2003 cars)
      • 6.0% fail on Coil springs (55% worse than other 2003 cars)
        • 6.0% fail on Coil spring (56% worse than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.019% fail on Mounting
      • 0.076% fail on Spring mounting prescribed areas
      • 0.013% fail on Torsion bars
        • 0.013% fail on Torsion bar (5 times worse than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.013% fail on Bonded suspension units (16 times worse than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.013% fail on Attachment bracket (22 times worse than other 2003 cars)
    • 5.7% fail on Suspension arms
      • 3.0% fail on Ball joint (25% worse than other 2003 cars)
      • 2.7% fail on Pins and bushes (20% worse than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.34% fail on Ball joint dust cover (69% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.063% fail on Suspension arm (84% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.013% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
    • 5.4% fail on Anti-roll bars (11% worse than other 2003 cars)
      • 2.7% fail on Linkage ball joint dust cover (110% worse than other 2003 cars)
      • 1.2% fail on Ball joint dust cover (110% worse than other 2003 cars)
      • 1.1% fail on Linkage ball joints (23% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.33% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.13% fail on Linkage (65% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.051% fail on Linkage pins and bushes (90% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.044% fail on Anti-roll bar
      • 0.013% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting (80% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.0063% fail on Pins and bushes
    • 2.4% fail on Component mounting prescribed areas
    • 2.3% fail on Wheel bearings (61% worse than other 2003 cars)
    • 0.34% fail on Sub-frames (40% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.23% fail on Pins and bushes (2 times worse than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.044% fail on Sub-frame (83% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.044% fail on Sub-frame mounting prescribed areas (81% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.013% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
      • 0.0063% fail on Ball joint
    • 0.28% fail on Other suspension component (37% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.22% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.025% fail on Pins and bushes
      • 0.025% fail on Ball joint dust cover (78% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.0063% fail on Other suspension component
      • 0.0063% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
    • 0.23% fail on Shock absorbers (72% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 0.095% fail on Macpherson strut (64% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.044% fail on Macpherson strut
      • 0.044% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
      • 0.0063% fail on Pins and bushes
    • 0.051% fail on Suspension rods
      • 0.025% fail on Ball joint dust cover
      • 0.019% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.0063% fail on Pins and bushes
    • 0.013% fail on Axles (92% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.013% fail on Axle
  • 9.5% fail on Visibility (18% worse than other 2003 cars)
    • 5.7% fail on Wipers (32% worse than other 2003 cars)
    • 4.1% fail on Washers (12% worse than other 2003 cars)
    • 0.11% fail on Condition of glass
      • 0.11% fail on Windscreen
    • 0.11% fail on View to rear (57% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.11% fail on Mirrors (56% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 0.089% fail on Bonnet (54% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 0.025% fail on Driver's view
  • 7.2% fail on Body, chassis, structure (22% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 2.8% fail on Exhaust system (17% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 1.6% fail on Transmission (51% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 1.6% fail on Drive shafts (50% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 1.6% fail on Joints (50% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.0063% fail on Drive shaft
        • 0.0063% fail on Flexible couplings
      • 0.038% fail on Prop shafts (76% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.038% fail on Joints (67% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.0063% fail on Belts
    • 0.80% fail on Fuel system (48% worse than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.71% fail on Fuel cap/sealing device (130% worse than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.076% fail on Pipe
      • 0.019% fail on Tank (83% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.0063% fail on Hose
    • 0.62% fail on Integral vehicle structure (31% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.59% fail on Integral vehicle structure condition (32% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.019% fail on Sub-frame
        • 0.019% fail on Sub-frame condition
      • 0.013% fail on Strengthening plate
    • 0.59% fail on Bumpers (180% worse than other 2003 cars)
    • 0.49% fail on Doors
      • 0.23% fail on Other passenger's door
        • 0.23% fail on Door condition
        • 0.0063% fail on Catch
      • 0.15% fail on Driver's door
        • 0.12% fail on Door condition
        • 0.025% fail on Catch (4 times worse than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.0063% fail on Hinge
      • 0.11% fail on Front passenger's door
        • 0.10% fail on Door condition
        • 0.0063% fail on Catch
    • 0.37% fail on Chassis (32% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.37% fail on Chassis condition (31% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 0.18% fail on Seats
      • 0.14% fail on Driver's seat
      • 0.038% fail on Passenger's seat (64% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 0.16% fail on Body (38% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.11% fail on Other body component
      • 0.057% fail on Panel
    • 0.12% fail on Boot lid (140% worse than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.11% fail on Boot lid condition (150% worse than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.0063% fail on Other boot lid component
    • 0.038% fail on Engine mounting
      • 0.038% fail on Engine mounting condition
    • 0.025% fail on Undertray
    • 0.019% fail on Cabs
      • 0.019% fail on Prescribed areas
    • 0.013% fail on Load security
      • 0.013% fail on Tailgate
        • 0.0063% fail on Tailgate condition
        • 0.0063% fail on Other tailgate component
    • 0.013% fail on Floor
  • 6.5% fail on Brakes (54% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 3.2% fail on Brake performance (59% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 1.6% fail on Service brake performance (47% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 1.5% fail on Rbt (47% better than other 2003 cars)
          • 1.2% fail on Service brake performance (53% better than other 2003 cars)
          • 0.47% fail on Service brake imbalance
        • 0.019% fail on Plate brake tester
          • 0.013% fail on Service brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
          • 0.0063% fail on Service brake performance
      • 1.2% fail on Parking brake efficiency (sp) (69% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 1.2% fail on Rbt (sp) (67% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.0063% fail on Decelerometer (sp)
      • 0.86% fail on Service Brake Efficiency (sp) (49% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.84% fail on Rbt (sp) (49% better than other 2003 cars)
          • 0.74% fail on Service brake imbalance (38% better than other 2003 cars)
          • 0.14% fail on Service brake performance (77% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.013% fail on Plate brake tester (sp)
          • 0.0063% fail on Service brake performance
          • 0.0063% fail on Service brake imbalance
        • 0.0063% fail on Decelerometer (sp)
      • 0.56% fail on Parking brake performance (64% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.54% fail on Rbt (63% better than other 2003 cars)
          • 0.44% fail on Parking brake performance (67% better than other 2003 cars)
          • 0.070% fail on Parking (secondary brake performance)
          • 0.038% fail on Parking brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
        • 0.013% fail on Decelerometer
          • 0.013% fail on Parking brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
        • 0.0063% fail on Plate brake tester
          • 0.0063% fail on Parking brake performance
      • 0.070% fail on Brake performance not tested (82% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 2.0% fail on Mechanical brake components (29% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 1.4% fail on Brake linings and pads (23% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 1.4% fail on Brake pads (23% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.013% fail on Brake linings
      • 0.77% fail on Brake discs and drums (30% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.77% fail on Brake discs (30% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.0063% fail on Brake drums
      • 0.051% fail on Brake cables, rods, levers and linkages (78% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.038% fail on Lever
        • 0.013% fail on Cable (92% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 0.87% fail on Rigid brake pipes (77% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 0.48% fail on ABS / EBS / ESC (65% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.48% fail on Anti-lock braking system (59% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 0.35% fail on Parking brake control
      • 0.35% fail on Lever
    • 0.23% fail on Service brake pedal or hand lever (57% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.22% fail on Hand lever
      • 0.013% fail on Pedal (95% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 0.076% fail on Hydraulic systems (63% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.038% fail on Brake fluid (71% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.019% fail on Master cylinder
      • 0.013% fail on Reservoirs
      • 0.0063% fail on Valves
    • 0.076% fail on Flexible brake hoses (79% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 0.076% fail on Brake actuators (including spring brakes or hydraulic cylinders) (64% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.038% fail on Hydraulic brake cylinder
      • 0.032% fail on Hydraulic brake callipers (76% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.0063% fail on Air brake cylinder/actuator
    • 0.019% fail on Load sensing valves (89% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 0.0063% fail on Air and vacuum systems
      • 0.0063% fail on Servos
    • 0.0063% fail on Other components and prescribed areas
      • 0.0063% fail on Prescribed areas
        • 0.0063% fail on Other braking system component
  • 6.0% fail on Tyres
    • 3.7% fail on Tread depth
    • 2.2% fail on Condition (17% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 0.39% fail on Size/type (47% worse than other 2003 cars)
  • 5.6% fail on Steering (26% worse than other 2003 cars)
    • 5.4% fail on Steering linkage components (66% worse than other 2003 cars)
      • 5.3% fail on Track rod end (78% worse than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.095% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.032% fail on Drag link end (68% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.025% fail on Locking devices
      • 0.0063% fail on Intermediate drop arm
      • 0.0063% fail on Steering arm
      • 0.0063% fail on Rear wheel steering
        • 0.0063% fail on Components
    • 0.063% fail on Power steering (83% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.038% fail on Operation (69% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.013% fail on Other components (90% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.0063% fail on Pipes and hoses
      • 0.0063% fail on Pump
    • 0.051% fail on Steering gear (94% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.051% fail on Steering rack (93% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 0.051% fail on Steering play (57% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.051% fail on Steering rack
    • 0.013% fail on Steering wheel
    • 0.0063% fail on Steering coupling
      • 0.0063% fail on Universal joint
    • 0.0063% fail on Electronic power steering
  • 5.6% fail on Noise, emissions and leaks (27% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 5.4% fail on Exhaust emissions (25% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 5.1% fail on Spark ignition (19% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 2.3% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (21% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 2.2% fail on Catalyst emissions (30% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 1.2% fail on Emissions not tested
        • 0.051% fail on Non catalyst emissions
        • 0.0063% fail on Emission control equipment
          • 0.0063% fail on NOx sensor
      • 0.34% fail on Compression ignition (66% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.13% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Non turbo
        • 0.095% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp
        • 0.070% fail on Emissions not tested (64% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.044% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Turbo (91% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.0063% fail on On or after 01/07/2008
    • 0.24% fail on Fluid leaks (54% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.22% fail on Engine oil leaks (48% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.019% fail on Transmission oil leaks
      • 0.0063% fail on Other leaks
    • 0.0063% fail on Noise suppression
      • 0.0063% fail on Undertray
  • 4.5% fail on Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (44% worse than other 2003 cars)
    • 3.1% fail on SRS malfunction indicator lamp (130% worse than other 2003 cars)
    • 1.3% fail on Seat belts (23% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.79% fail on Condition (35% worse than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.46% fail on Prescribed areas (58% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.089% fail on Requirements
      • 0.013% fail on Attachment
    • 0.15% fail on Airbags (150% worse than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.14% fail on Drivers airbag (150% worse than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.0063% fail on Passengers airbag
  • 0.98% fail on Identification of the vehicle
    • 0.97% fail on Registration plates
    • 0.0063% fail on Vehicle Identification Number
  • 0.30% fail on Road Wheels
    • 0.17% fail on Condition
    • 0.13% fail on Attachment (60% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 0.0063% fail on Hubs
  • 0.0063% fail on Speedometer and speed limiter
    • 0.0063% fail on Speedometer
  • 0.0063% fail on Seat belt installation check
    • 0.0063% fail on Anchorages
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