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AK05 BSX

2005 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

54,249 mi
Last recorded54,249 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Nissan Micra55,422 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 BSX
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 54,249 miles

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

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

underbody corrosion.

Fail 29 Jan 2026 54,249 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

underbody corrosion.

Pass 21 Oct 2024 43,178 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Fail 17 Oct 2024 43,177 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 175-60-15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 175-60-15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2023 43,005 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2022 42,617 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened only from where car been stood up. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective n/s/f and o/s/f headlights worn advise clean. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2021 42,282 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively only from where car been stood up. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/f and o/s/f rear arm bushes slightly pulled out of arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 41,888 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside and nearside rear tyres perished and cracked in tread areas (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2019 40,910 miles

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective offside and nearside front plastic lenses (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2018 39,115 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 7 Feb 2017 37,721 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Feb 2016 36,463 miles

Headlamp lenses deteriorated.

Pass 3 Feb 2015 34,161 miles

Oil leak

front headlamps tarnished

Pass 11 Feb 2014 32,722 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 30,407 miles

Rear tyres are worn on outer edges.

Pass 2 Feb 2012 28,752 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 25,922 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

wiper blades perishing.

Pass 10 Feb 2010 21,564 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2010 21,564 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

both rear tyres low on outer edge.step tread.

Pass 18 Feb 2009 17,833 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 15,071 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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AK05 BSX is a 2005 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 55,422 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 AK05 BSX, 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 21 years old, this Nissan Micra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AK05 BSX registered?

AK05 BSX is a 2005 Nissan Micra, first registered on 22 March 2005.

Is AK05 BSX safe to buy?

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