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AA08 ZBU

2008 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1386cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

126,523 mi
Last recorded126,523 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Nissan Micra50,698 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 ZBU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,386cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 22 Jan 2026 126,523 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2025 122,555 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2024 115,502 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 109,544 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 100,619 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2021 95,225 miles

exhaust front heat shield loose

Pass 14 Oct 2019 90,245 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 77,252 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2017 68,512 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

nearside rear tyre perishing

offside rear tyre cracking in tread pattern

Pass 24 Sep 2016 63,579 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged flat spot (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged flat spot (4.2.A.1a)

all 4 tyres starting to crack/perish on sidewalls and around tread blocks

Pass 21 Oct 2015 60,592 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 60,337 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 57,705 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 48,680 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2012 31,527 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 14,580 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 ZBU is a 2008 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,386cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ZBU, 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 ZBU registered?

AA08 ZBU is a 2008 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is AA08 ZBU safe to buy?

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