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AA08 YXO

2008 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

103,124 mi
Last recorded103,124 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Nissan Micra50,698 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 YXO
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 103,124 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front 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))

exhaust corroded

Fail 30 Oct 2025 103,040 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front 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))

exhaust corroded

Pass 29 Oct 2024 99,887 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 96,206 miles

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

Fail 26 Oct 2023 96,206 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2022 91,924 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2021 88,447 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 84,753 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 81,091 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 75,225 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 69,920 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2016 64,845 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 60,971 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 56,291 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 75,385 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Nov 2012 47,567 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 43,115 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 43,093 miles

no rear wiper blade

offside front tyre wearing low

Fail 19 Aug 2011 43,093 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

no rear wiper blade

offside front tyre wearing low

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 YXO is a 2008 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 AA08 YXO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AA08 YXO registered?

AA08 YXO is a 2008 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is AA08 YXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA08 YXO shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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