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AA08 RZS

2008 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

178,145 mi
Last recorded178,145 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Nissan Micra50,698 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 RZS
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 178,145 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 14 Aug 2025 178,145 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 27 Aug 2024 174,359 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2024 174,354 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2023 170,586 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2022 167,558 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 166,791 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 30 Jul 2020 164,822 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2020 164,811 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2019 157,947 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jul 2018 151,803 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2018 151,803 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2017 145,335 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

handbrake travel

Pass 1 Aug 2016 144,028 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 136,680 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2014 125,714 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 125,714 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 109,760 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2012 95,371 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 76,090 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 76,074 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

n/s/r tyre worn unevenly

o/s/f tyre sidewall damaged

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 RZS is a 2008 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 RZS, 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 RZS registered?

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

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