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AO51 YCU

2001 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

79,199 mi
Last recorded79,199 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2023
Typical for 2001 Nissan Micra51,515 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 YCU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2023 79,199 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 65,715 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 62,232 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2018 57,468 miles

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

Fail 20 Feb 2018 57,468 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 22 Feb 2017 54,602 miles

Nearside Front wheel has slight bind

Fail 21 Feb 2017 54,602 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Front wheel has slight bind

Pass 8 Mar 2016 52,312 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 48,749 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 45,068 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 40,953 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 36,070 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 36,070 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 28,634 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2011 28,634 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 28,087 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 26,893 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 25,798 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Sep 2007 23,815 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2007 23,815 miles

Offside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Sep 2006 22,136 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2005 20,252 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 YCU is a 2001 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 YCU, 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 YCU registered?

AO51 YCU is a 2001 Nissan Micra, first registered on 6 September 2001.

Is AO51 YCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO51 YCU shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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