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21 MEW

2002 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

62,423 mi
Last recorded62,423 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Nissan Micra47,535 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration21 MEW
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 62,423 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 54,414 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2024 54,414 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2023 45,138 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Dec 2022 38,756 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2021 36,277 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 36,019 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2020 36,019 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 35,973 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 35,812 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 35,667 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 35,496 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 35,133 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 34,146 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 33,058 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 32,078 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 31,071 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 28,795 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2009 26,530 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 24,116 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 21,931 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 19,099 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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21 MEW is a 2002 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2002 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 47,535 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 21 MEW, 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 24 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 21 MEW registered?

21 MEW is a 2002 Nissan Micra, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is 21 MEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for 21 MEW shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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