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AA08 ZFG

2008 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2026
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

68,453 mi
Last recorded68,453 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Nissan Micra50,698 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2025 68,453 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2025 68,453 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 5 Feb 2024 66,415 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 60,038 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2022 55,599 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2021 48,280 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2021 48,280 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2020 46,781 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2020 46,780 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 9 Feb 2019 44,611 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Feb 2019 44,611 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Feb 2018 41,465 miles

front brake pads low,,,both front tyres side wall damaged

Pass 19 Jan 2017 38,233 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2017 38,233 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 26 Jan 2016 35,254 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2016 35,254 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 5 Jan 2015 31,037 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 23,925 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2012 18,124 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2011 14,429 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 14,429 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 ZFG is a 2008 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 ZFG, 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 ZFG registered?

AA08 ZFG is a 2008 Nissan Micra, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is AA08 ZFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA08 ZFG shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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