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AK52 VPG

2002 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

97,583 mi
Last recorded97,583 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2021
Typical for 2002 Nissan Micra47,535 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK52 VPG
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2021 97,583 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 96,205 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 94,461 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 92,513 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2018 92,513 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Feb 2017 90,583 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 88,118 miles

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

Fail 23 Feb 2016 88,118 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2015 85,234 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 82,261 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 79,147 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 76,366 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)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 67,350 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2011 67,132 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 58,084 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 58,084 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 20 May 2009 46,511 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2009 46,511 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 May 2008 34,804 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 30,229 miles

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

Fail 25 Sep 2007 30,229 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 21,620 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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AK52 VPG is a 2002 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 AK52 VPG, 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 AK52 VPG registered?

AK52 VPG is a 2002 Nissan Micra, first registered on 27 September 2002.

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The MOT history for AK52 VPG shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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