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AO51 XLT

2001 Nissan Micra

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

34,522 mi
Last recorded34,522 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Nissan Micra51,515 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 XLT
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 34,522 miles

Both front outer CV gaiters starting to perish

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

Fail 28 May 2026 34,519 miles

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

Both front outer CV gaiters starting to perish

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

Pass 13 May 2025 33,187 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 31,967 miles

both rear coil spring corroding

front brake discs inner face corroding and pad low n/s

Pass 9 Jun 2023 30,374 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2022 28,461 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 27,139 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 26,282 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2020 26,282 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 29 May 2019 25,209 miles

Rear tyres perished

Fail 29 May 2019 25,207 miles

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam Plug faulty (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam Plug faulty (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear tyres perished

Pass 4 Jun 2018 24,026 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 22,649 miles
Fail 26 May 2017 22,649 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 May 2016 20,979 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2015 19,314 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 19,314 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 17,583 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 16,943 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 16,450 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 15,307 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 14,126 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 13,048 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 11,840 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 11,840 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jul 2007 10,573 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 9,508 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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AO51 XLT is a 2001 Nissan Micra in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2001 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 51,515 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 AO51 XLT, 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 25 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 AO51 XLT registered?

AO51 XLT is a 2001 Nissan Micra, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is AO51 XLT safe to buy?

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