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AM52 MFU

2003 Nissan Altima

Black Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2016
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

161,662 mi
Last recorded161,662 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Nissan Altima79,016 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM52 MFU
MakeNissan
ModelAltima
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2015 161,662 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 11 Nov 2015 161,662 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 1 Dec 2014 150,993 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 1 Dec 2014 150,993 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)

Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 2 Dec 2013 142,777 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2013 142,776 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

How Reliable is the Nissan Altima?

Based on 1,499 MOT tests across 380 vehicles.

70.8%
Pass Rate
8,831
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
380
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) incorrect colour 47
Side repeater missing 42
position lamp(s) not working 37
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 35
Side repeater not working 34
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AM52 MFU is a 2003 Nissan Altima in Black with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2003 Nissan Altima models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 79,016 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 Altima fails its MOT is position lamp(s) incorrect colour, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AM52 MFU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Altima typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Nissan Altima is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AM52 MFU registered?

AM52 MFU is a 2003 Nissan Altima, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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