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AK51 VYX

2001 Nissan Micra

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

97,173 mi
Last recorded97,173 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Nissan Micra51,515 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK51 VYX
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 97,173 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 94,025 miles

Offside Rear slight corrosion to sill

Fail 10 Sep 2024 94,025 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear slight corrosion to sill

Pass 14 Sep 2023 89,793 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 85,157 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 78,980 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 73,227 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 66,656 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Oct 2018 56,086 miles

Centre exhaust section has slight leak

Pass 6 Oct 2017 46,198 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 39,355 miles

Offside Front drivers seat back rest cushion split exposing sharp edges of seat frame.

Pass 20 Oct 2015 30,158 miles

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

Drivers seat has sharp edges requires repairing/replacing

Pass 8 Oct 2014 24,428 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both rear tyres cracking slightly

slight damage to o/s/f wheel on inner bead

Fail 8 Oct 2014 24,428 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both rear tyres cracking slightly

o/s wiper smearing slightly

slight damage to o/s/f wheel on inner bead

Pass 7 Oct 2013 18,674 miles

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

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

cutt in o/s/r tyre not down to cords

Pass 19 Oct 2012 14,419 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2012 14,419 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Oct 2011 8,669 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 8,645 miles

o/s/rear shock absorber has slight oil leek

Pass 21 Oct 2009 8,527 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 7,811 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 6,234 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 4,931 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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AK51 VYX is a 2001 Nissan Micra in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 AK51 VYX, 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 AK51 VYX registered?

AK51 VYX is a 2001 Nissan Micra, first registered on 17 October 2001.

Is AK51 VYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK51 VYX shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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