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AO02 BYA

2002 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

46,369 mi
Last recorded46,369 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2016
Typical for 2002 Nissan Micra47,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO02 BYA
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2016 46,369 miles

Nearside vehicle has light exterior damage

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

Pass 10 Jan 2015 44,739 miles

Damage to nearside of vehicle but doesnt produce a sharp edge or projection

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside rear shock absorber operation soft/spongy

Rear tyres slightly deteriorated on sidewalls

Pass 10 Jan 2014 37,545 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2014 37,545 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2013 32,711 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 30,987 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 30,538 miles

front brake pads getting thin and slightly binding

Pass 2 Feb 2010 29,457 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Jan 2009 28,691 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 27,966 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 25,298 miles

all four tyres have cuts to tread area. not down to or exposing cords.

Pass 28 Apr 2006 21,828 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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AO02 BYA is a 2002 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 AO02 BYA, 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 AO02 BYA registered?

AO02 BYA is a 2002 Nissan Micra, first registered on 7 May 2002.

Is AO02 BYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO02 BYA shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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