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AF02 FSN

2002 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

119,499 mi
Last recorded119,499 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 Nissan Micra47,535 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF02 FSN
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2026 119,499 miles

oil sump corroded

steering pipe slightly corroded

Fail 2 Jan 2026 119,377 miles

Emissions unable to be completed due to exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Hole before back box (8.2.1.1 (b))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements intermittently not working (7.7 (c))

Nearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk stretched or damaged likely to lead to failure under load webbing not stitched to secure buckle (7.1.2 (b))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases both joints (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread paint overspray across surface (0.1 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil sump corroded and porous

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component bottom of steering column joint with rack (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage under reservoir (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 7 Jan 2025 112,489 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Sump corroded

Pass 28 Oct 2023 99,919 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

underbody general corrosion

Pass 2 Nov 2022 87,144 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 27 Oct 2022 86,956 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

Front Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 74,225 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2021 74,122 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension rod damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower split pin missing

Offside Front Lower split pin missing

Pass 29 Oct 2020 59,907 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 37,749 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2019 37,747 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 25,082 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 18,029 miles

All Tyres Perishing / Cracking

Pass 15 Apr 2016 17,598 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 17,193 miles

FRONT TYRES PERISHED

Pass 31 Mar 2014 16,620 miles

FRONT TYRES PERISHED

Pass 3 Apr 2013 15,983 miles

SCREEN WIPER BLADE CONDTION POOR

Pass 11 Apr 2012 15,483 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 14,943 miles

TYRES PERISHED

Pass 7 Apr 2010 14,282 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 13,439 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 12,538 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 11,465 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 10,161 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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AF02 FSN is a 2002 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 AF02 FSN, 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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What year was AF02 FSN registered?

AF02 FSN is a 2002 Nissan Micra, first registered on 27 March 2002.

Is AF02 FSN safe to buy?

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