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AO52 AVV

2002 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

107,526 mi
Last recorded107,526 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2018
Typical for 2002 Nissan Micra47,535 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO52 AVV
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2018 107,526 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Sep 2018 107,526 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 106,446 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded inner & outer (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 1 Sep 2017 106,442 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded inner & outer (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 103,006 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 29 Sep 2014 98,288 miles

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

front tyres wearing on edges.

petrol flap openend from inside boot.

Pass 28 Oct 2013 93,667 miles

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

Fail 26 Oct 2013 93,667 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 1 Nov 2012 88,732 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2011 84,085 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2011 84,085 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Nov 2010 78,906 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2010 78,906 miles

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

O/S/F brake disc pitted, pads appear low.

Pass 11 Nov 2009 72,293 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2008 68,014 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 62,542 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 56,322 miles

Wiper blades starting to smear.

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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AO52 AVV is a 2002 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 AO52 AVV, 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 AO52 AVV registered?

AO52 AVV is a 2002 Nissan Micra, first registered on 26 November 2002.

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