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AJ51 BYM

2001 Nissan Micra

Green Petrol 1348cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

65,233 mi
Last recorded65,233 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Nissan Micra51,515 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ51 BYM
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,348cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 65,233 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 6 Jun 2026 65,233 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 17 May 2025 65,035 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2024 62,318 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2023 50,441 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier hold down with cable ties (4.13 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Fail 1 Jun 2023 50,440 miles

Nearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill by jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier hold down with cable ties (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 1 Oct 2021 49,678 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2020 48,477 miles

N/S/F brakes slightly binding

N/S/F discs and pads getting low

all prescribed areas and components corroded

Fail 21 Sep 2020 48,477 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

N/S/F brakes slightly binding

N/S/F discs and pads getting low

all prescribed areas and components corroded

Pass 26 Sep 2019 44,197 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 40,333 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 38,893 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 8 Sep 2016 36,955 miles

BOTH FRONT WHEEL TRIMS MISSING

Pass 7 Sep 2015 33,720 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 32,676 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 32,246 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 20 Sep 2012 31,923 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 31,448 miles

Corrosion under vehicle

Fail 12 Sep 2011 31,448 miles

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

Corrosion under vehicle

Pass 22 Sep 2010 30,326 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 28,270 miles

both front tyres getting low

Pass 17 Sep 2008 26,251 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 23,210 miles

slight dampness around steering rack

Fail 21 Sep 2006 20,032 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front brake pads low

unable to check inner brake pads

Pass 21 Sep 2006 20,032 miles

front brake pads low

unable to check inner brake pads

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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AJ51 BYM is a 2001 Nissan Micra in Green with a 1,348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AJ51 BYM, 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 AJ51 BYM registered?

AJ51 BYM is a 2001 Nissan Micra, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is AJ51 BYM safe to buy?

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