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AK02 TYC

2002 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2022
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

70,132 mi
Last recorded70,132 miles
Recorded on14 May 2022
Typical for 2002 Nissan Micra47,535 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK02 TYC
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Fail 14 May 2022 70,132 miles

Brake hose excessively damaged both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning Bulb inoperative (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both sills front to back (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material around rear compensator and to rear drums (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box has seepage steering rack (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under body corrosion

wipers smearing

Rear rear belts/buckles unavailable

Pass 30 Apr 2021 63,857 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2021 63,857 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 21 May 2020 60,385 miles

Exhaust joints leaking

Nearside Front Brake slightly binding

Fail 21 May 2020 60,385 miles

Exhaust joints leaking

Nearside Front Brake slightly binding

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 May 2019 59,321 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from lsv to flexi pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from lsv to flexi pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage from steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rear shockers corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 May 2018 56,362 miles

Front brake discs corroded

Front brakes pads appear worn and should be checked fully

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt badly cracked (2.5.C.1a)

oil around steering rack

Fail 15 May 2018 56,361 miles

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

Front brake discs corroded

Front brakes pads appear worn and should be checked fully

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt badly cracked (2.5.C.1a)

oil around steering rack

Pass 10 May 2017 52,963 miles
Fail 10 May 2017 52,963 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 18 May 2016 49,251 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2015 46,104 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 May 2015 46,104 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 42,486 miles

Oil leak

Pass 1 May 2013 38,927 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 35,032 miles

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

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

rear tyres are slightly cracked and perished

Pass 18 May 2011 31,824 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 27,659 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 22,641 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 21 May 2009 22,641 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 18,583 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 13,624 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 11,886 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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AK02 TYC is a 2002 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AK02 TYC, 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 AK02 TYC registered?

AK02 TYC is a 2002 Nissan Micra, first registered on 27 March 2002.

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