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A5 YSW

2002 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

101,652 mi
Last recorded101,652 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 2002 Nissan Micra47,535 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 YSW
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 101,652 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 May 2024 98,905 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (4) flexible brake hose ferrules slightly corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Apr 2024 98,898 miles

Offside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) Steering rack inner ball joint worn to excess (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (4) flexible brake hose ferrules slightly corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Mar 2024 98,448 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill area excessively corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2023 91,906 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Mar 2023 91,906 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2022 83,183 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill Section (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 78,723 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2020 78,448 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 77,596 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2018 76,649 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 75,743 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 74,415 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2016 74,399 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 72,663 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2014 70,745 miles

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 70,745 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 68,981 miles

o/s front brake slightly binding

rear tyres cracking/perishing

Pass 27 Feb 2012 65,766 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 61,045 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 56,944 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 54,554 miles

Front tyres getting low.

Fail 10 Mar 2009 54,554 miles

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front tyres getting low.

Pass 20 Mar 2008 51,681 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 48,090 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 44,163 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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A5 YSW is a 2002 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 A5 YSW, 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.

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What year was A5 YSW registered?

A5 YSW is a 2002 Nissan Micra, first registered on 11 February 2002.

Is A5 YSW safe to buy?

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