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NISSAN UNCLASSIFIED (2003)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 167 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

83%

Total Tests (2024)

167

Avg Mileage

92,796 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,390

Is the 2003 NISSAN UNCLASSIFIED reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%.

At 21 years old, 83% of NISSAN UNCLASSIFIEDs from 2003 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 167 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 92,796 miles.

How does the 2003 NISSAN UNCLASSIFIED compare?

Rank among all 2003 cars69th out of 445(top 16%)
Rank among all NISSAN models288th out of 660(top 44%)
vs national average+1% (82% avg)
vs 2003 cars average+11% (72% avg)
vs NISSAN average+2% (81% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2003 NISSAN UNCLASSIFIED has 92,796 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 155,400 miles for a 21-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

Best year to buy a NISSAN UNCLASSIFIED?

The most reliable year is the 2019 model with a 88% MOT pass rate, while the 2001 model has the lowest at 63%. The 2003 sits between the two at 83%.

How much does a 2003 NISSAN UNCLASSIFIED cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 980cc)
£955
🏛️Road Tax
£30
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,390
Per month£116/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

NISSAN UNCLASSIFIED by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202083%19480,045 mi
201988%33885,559 mi
201878%31398,608 mi
201782%20192,173 mi
201684%13092,691 mi
201583%131100,106 mi
201479%11782,089 mi
201375%12283,027 mi
201276%21895,583 mi
201176%159101,498 mi
201082%24387,067 mi
200978%28691,859 mi
200882%43788,907 mi
200776%42590,820 mi
200676%35592,051 mi
200577%288100,285 mi
200482%22095,613 mi
200383%16792,796 mi
200275%9693,844 mi
200163%6594,594 mi
200061%41113,356 mi
199988%6093,809 mi
199865%6382,473 mi
199771%3892,409 mi
199177%12183,984 mi

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About the 2003 NISSAN UNCLASSIFIED

The 2003 NISSAN UNCLASSIFIED is a city car with a 980cc petrol engine. 167 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 16% of all 2003 cars for reliability.

With an average of 92,796 miles at 21 years old, NISSAN UNCLASSIFIED owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2003 NISSAN UNCLASSIFIED Fuel Costs

The modest 980cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2003 NISSAN UNCLASSIFIED?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,390 (£116/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £30 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 83% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

NISSAN UNCLASSIFIED Reliability Trend

Newer NISSAN UNCLASSIFIEDs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 4 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2003 NISSAN UNCLASSIFIED

At 21 years old, the NISSAN UNCLASSIFIED is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2019 model has the highest pass rate at 88%.

Alternatives to the 2003 NISSAN UNCLASSIFIED

The NISSAN UNCLASSIFIED is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: