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AF51 WMK

2001 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

52,976 mi
Last recorded52,976 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Nissan Micra51,515 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF51 WMK
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 52,976 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2024 52,952 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill has multiple holes (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inside engine bay on suspension turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 52,246 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2023 52,245 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 51,155 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 49,632 miles

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 25 Oct 2021 49,631 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 42,735 miles

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced centre rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 10 Nov 2020 42,607 miles

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced centre rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 May 2019 33,373 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 29,714 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 27,809 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake slightly binding

Fail 6 Jun 2017 27,809 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake slightly binding

Pass 25 May 2016 25,059 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear tyres perrishing

Pass 5 Jun 2015 22,824 miles

nearside rear tyre perished

offside rear tyre perished

Pass 28 May 2014 16,397 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

nearside front tyre starting to perish

nearside rear tyre starting to perish

offside rear tyre starting to perish

Pass 31 May 2013 14,837 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Jun 2012 13,328 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside rear tyre tread and walls cracked

offside rear tyre tread and walls cracked

Pass 8 Jun 2011 11,154 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2011 11,154 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 10,903 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 10,107 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 8,251 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 6,027 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 4,862 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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AF51 WMK is a 2001 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 2001 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 51,515 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 AF51 WMK, 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 25 years old, this Nissan Micra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF51 WMK registered?

AF51 WMK is a 2001 Nissan Micra, first registered on 7 September 2001.

Is AF51 WMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF51 WMK shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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