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AA08 MGE

2008 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

132,877 mi
Last recorded132,877 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Nissan Micra50,698 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 MGE
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 132,877 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2025 127,227 miles

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

Fail 23 Jan 2025 127,227 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jan 2024 120,377 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2024 120,377 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2023 111,612 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 103,577 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 96,846 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2021 96,846 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2020 91,664 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 81,483 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 70,756 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 59,158 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 51,814 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 49,923 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 24 Jan 2015 49,923 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Apr 2014 46,945 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 41,252 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 35,023 miles

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

childseat fitted at n/s/r

Pass 27 Apr 2011 28,936 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 27 Apr 2011 28,936 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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AA08 MGE is a 2008 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2008 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 50,698 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AA08 MGE, 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 18 years old, this Nissan Micra is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AA08 MGE registered?

AA08 MGE is a 2008 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is AA08 MGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA08 MGE shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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