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A6 APV

2002 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jan 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

17,482 mi
Last recorded17,482 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2002 Nissan Micra47,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA6 APV
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 17,482 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2025 17,482 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 165/60/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 165/60/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 165/60/14 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2024 16,514 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 165/60/14 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 165/60/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 165/60/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2023 15,785 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 8 Dec 2023 15,785 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Dec 2022 15,037 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 14,168 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2021 14,168 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 13,306 miles

Nearside Front tyre sidewall slightly damaged

Fail 5 Jan 2021 13,306 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre sidewall slightly damaged

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Dec 2019 13,251 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 13,030 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 12,825 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 12,570 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 12,329 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 12,108 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 11,864 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 11,561 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 11,129 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 10,764 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 10,114 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 9,551 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 8,980 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 8,202 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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A6 APV is a 2002 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 A6 APV, 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 A6 APV registered?

A6 APV is a 2002 Nissan Micra, first registered on 22 February 2002.

Is A6 APV safe to buy?

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