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AJ51 VTX

2002 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

92,290 mi
Last recorded92,290 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2021
Typical for 2002 Nissan Micra47,535 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ51 VTX
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2021 92,290 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 91,584 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 80,080 miles

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

Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Feb 2019 80,074 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2018 73,732 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside/nearside (both) (3.5.1i)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 65,615 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2017 65,615 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 63,823 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2015 61,589 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2014 59,141 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 53,875 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2013 53,875 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 23 Jan 2012 48,537 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 41,821 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 36,218 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 32,143 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 28,612 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 24,649 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 21,016 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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AJ51 VTX is a 2002 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 AJ51 VTX, 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 AJ51 VTX registered?

AJ51 VTX is a 2002 Nissan Micra, first registered on 9 January 2002.

Is AJ51 VTX safe to buy?

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