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AJ52 FOD

2002 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

85,235 mi
Last recorded85,235 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Nissan Micra47,535 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ52 FOD
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 85,235 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2024 80,525 miles

Front exhaust heat shield slight loose

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 76,758 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 72,353 miles

CO levels slow to reach criteria

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Nearside effort low (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 66,500 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 59,328 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 54,348 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2019 54,348 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2018 47,110 miles

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

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

exhaust crooded

Pass 7 Aug 2017 42,241 miles

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

exhaust slight corroded

Pass 15 Aug 2016 36,777 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 24 Sep 2015 31,040 miles

Body has slight corrosion under (6.1.B.2)

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play both sides (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 30,074 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 29,610 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2012 29,610 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jan 2011 24,137 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 22,190 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 18,703 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 16,342 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2008 16,342 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Jan 2007 13,952 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2005 10,319 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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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AJ52 FOD is a 2002 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 AJ52 FOD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AJ52 FOD registered?

AJ52 FOD is a 2002 Nissan Micra, first registered on 8 November 2002.

Is AJ52 FOD safe to buy?

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