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AK52 VRC

2002 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

26,426 mi
Last recorded26,426 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Nissan Micra47,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK52 VRC
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 26,426 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 23,982 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2023 21,407 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 19,006 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 4 Oct 2021 17,731 miles

Rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 10 Dec 2020 17,447 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 17,177 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 16,401 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 15,577 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2017 15,577 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Dec 2016 14,865 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 14,049 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 13,289 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 12,517 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 11,823 miles

both front tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 5 Dec 2011 11,366 miles

both front tyres outer edges

Pass 21 Dec 2010 10,786 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 31 Dec 2009 9,955 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 8,712 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 7,437 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 6,262 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 VRC is a 2002 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 AK52 VRC, 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 VRC registered?

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

Is AK52 VRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK52 VRC shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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