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A221 MAC

1999 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

49,381 mi
Last recorded49,381 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Nissan Micra60,729 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA221 MAC
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 49,381 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2025 49,381 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

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

Pass 11 Oct 2024 45,478 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 41,963 miles

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill areas to floors (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing areas (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill floors areas (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Oct 2023 41,963 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill areas to floors (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing areas (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill floors areas (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 38,260 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing os,ns low tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 34,694 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2021 34,694 miles

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill areas (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength chassis areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 32,000 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2019 29,054 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2019 29,054 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 26,145 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 24,016 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 21,921 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive crossmember weak (2.4.A.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 19,790 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2015 19,790 miles

Centre Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 17,817 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2014 17,817 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s front tyre close to limits split and perishing cut in sidewall

o/s front tyr split and perished

o/s n/s rear tyres split and perished

Fail 3 Oct 2013 16,154 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 16,154 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 14,544 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 13,776 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 13,109 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2009 12,360 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 12,360 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 11,395 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 10,468 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 9,228 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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A221 MAC is a 1999 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1999 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 60,729 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 A221 MAC, 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 27 years old, this Nissan Micra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A221 MAC registered?

A221 MAC is a 1999 Nissan Micra, first registered on 6 August 1999.

Is A221 MAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A221 MAC shows 28 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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