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AK52 VTO

2002 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

148,701 mi
Last recorded148,701 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Nissan Micra47,535 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK52 VTO
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 148,701 miles

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

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

under side of vehicle and components have surface corrosion

Pass 16 Jul 2024 133,466 miles

brake & suspension components corroded

under-body corroded

Fail 16 Jul 2024 133,465 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

brake & suspension components corroded

under-body corroded

Pass 6 Jul 2023 97,105 miles

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

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

Nearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 6 Jul 2023 97,101 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Nearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2022 90,601 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2021 89,813 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 89,539 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 83,242 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 78,134 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 78,115 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 78,107 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 76,742 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 73,454 miles

osf brake disc rusty on inner edge.

Pass 1 Jun 2013 69,373 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 66,063 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 62,055 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 56,921 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 51,936 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 47,203 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 41,716 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 35,662 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 VTO is a 2002 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 VTO, 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 VTO registered?

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

Is AK52 VTO safe to buy?

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