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AK52 VVB

2002 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

78,640 mi
Last recorded78,640 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Nissan Micra47,535 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK52 VVB
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 78,640 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

rear arch corroded

Pass 30 Oct 2024 59,927 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

slight under-body corrosion, brake & suspension components corroded

Pass 11 Oct 2023 43,062 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 45,261 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Oct 2022 42,561 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2021 41,981 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2020 40,933 miles

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

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2

Pass 24 Oct 2019 39,454 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Tyre inner & outer edges has slight cuts

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

Fail 23 Oct 2019 39,439 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Driver's seat moving inadvertently (6.2.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Tyre inner & outer edges has slight cuts

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

Pass 31 Oct 2018 37,918 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Sep 2017 36,175 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 34,602 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Sep 2015 33,578 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 32,762 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 32,041 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 31,125 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 27,952 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 25,493 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 23,183 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 20,281 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 17,489 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 14,440 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 VVB 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 VVB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK52 VVB registered?

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

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