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AO02 VHE

2002 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

153,790 mi
Last recorded153,790 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2020
Typical for 2002 Nissan Micra47,535 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO02 VHE
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Fail 15 Oct 2020 153,790 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength coil spring support cup (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill backings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength coil spring support cup (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill backings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

both outer sills becoming corroded

Pass 1 May 2019 152,645 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Under vehicle general corrosion.

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

Pass 5 Jul 2017 144,136 miles

windscreen cracked

Fail 5 Jul 2017 144,136 miles

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

windscreen cracked

Fail 19 Jun 2017 144,105 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired Outer sill . Weld around the patch needs to be a continuous weld .. not tacked on.. bottom lip needs to be at least spot welded or a continuous weld. (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Fail 20 May 2017 144,069 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Floor pan (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner and outer sills (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Floor pan (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner and outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen cracked

Pass 16 May 2016 136,671 miles

Chips in windscreen

Rear child seats in place

Pass 8 May 2015 129,204 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 May 2014 116,642 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

nearside rear tyre wear on edge

Pass 16 May 2013 106,135 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Pass 24 May 2012 97,498 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 90,372 miles

washer jets out of adjustment

Pass 12 May 2010 80,119 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 68,342 miles

Nearside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 23 May 2009 68,342 miles

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

Nearside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 19 May 2008 56,045 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 43,470 miles

engine oil sump corroded

under car body wonts oil spraying started to rust

Pass 13 May 2006 36,321 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 VHE is a 2002 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 AO02 VHE, 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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AO02 VHE is a 2002 Nissan Micra, first registered on 29 May 2002.

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