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AA08 YXR

2008 Nissan Micra

Beige Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

86,398 mi
Last recorded86,398 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Nissan Micra50,698 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 YXR
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 86,398 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 28 Apr 2026 86,395 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 23 Apr 2025 81,787 miles

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective Going dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective Both front wipers split (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Apr 2025 81,787 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective Going dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective Both front wipers split (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 May 2024 76,607 miles

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective going dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 3 May 2024 76,607 miles

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective going dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Side repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 23 May 2023 71,898 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight damage outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Side repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 18 May 2023 71,898 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight damage outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Side repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 68,152 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2022 68,152 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2021 62,621 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2020 59,765 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 56,737 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 51,866 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 47,860 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 42,068 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 38,455 miles
Fail 14 May 2015 38,455 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2014 35,603 miles

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

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

Pass 8 May 2013 31,484 miles

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

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

lip worn on front discs ., check next service .

Pass 24 May 2012 27,981 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 23,676 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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AA08 YXR is a 2008 Nissan Micra in Beige with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 YXR, 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 YXR registered?

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

Is AA08 YXR safe to buy?

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