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AA08 YYX

2008 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

89,445 mi
Last recorded89,445 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Nissan Micra50,698 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 89,445 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 89,347 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 89,115 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 88,730 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 88,519 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 88,172 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 87,989 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2019 85,805 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 79,410 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 72,911 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 31 May 2016 67,223 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 60,740 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 May 2014 53,928 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 45,848 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 26 May 2012 36,835 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 25,902 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 May 2011 25,902 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 YYX is a 2008 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 YYX, 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 YYX registered?

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

Is AA08 YYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA08 YYX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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