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AD02 XXJ

2002 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2014
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

90,248 mi
Last recorded90,248 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2013
Typical for 2002 Nissan Micra47,535 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD02 XXJ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2013 90,248 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 86,016 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 77,556 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 14 Jun 2011 77,500 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2010 65,931 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2010 65,931 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 9 Jun 2010 65,661 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

nearside front tyre has cut in outer sidewall

Pass 15 Jun 2009 56,350 miles

front brake pads low / recc renew

n/s/f shocker slightly damp

n/s/f tyre outer wall worn and small rubber chunk missing , not to cords at this time / recc renew

various body damage

wear on o/s/f seat belt

Fail 15 Jun 2009 56,350 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake pads low

n/s/f tyre , outer wall worn and small rubber chunk missing , not to cords at this time, recc renew

various body damage

wear on o/s/f seat belt

Pass 9 Jun 2008 50,169 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s/f shocker slightly damp

Fail 9 Jun 2008 50,169 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

n/s/f shocker slightly damp

Pass 14 Jun 2007 42,619 miles

n/s/f tyre tread approaching legal limit and outer wall worn on same

Fail 14 Jun 2007 42,619 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s/f tyre tread approaching legal limit and outer wall worn on same

Pass 16 Jun 2006 33,609 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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AD02 XXJ is a 2002 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2002 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 47,535 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 AD02 XXJ, 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 24 years old, this Nissan Micra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AD02 XXJ is a 2002 Nissan Micra, first registered on 12 July 2002.

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