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AO52 AWW

2002 Nissan Micra

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

33,237 mi
Last recorded33,237 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Nissan Micra47,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO52 AWW
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 33,237 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 20 Apr 2026 33,237 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2025 32,277 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2024 30,746 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

n/s/r and o/s/r outer sills corroded

Pass 17 Apr 2023 25,769 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2022 25,176 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 25,021 miles

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear, rear section (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 24,893 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 23,923 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 23,106 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 22,039 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 20,487 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 19,329 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 17,714 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 16,367 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 15,368 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 14,249 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 13,089 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 11,997 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 10,578 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 9,146 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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AO52 AWW is a 2002 Nissan Micra in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 AO52 AWW, 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 AWW registered?

AO52 AWW is a 2002 Nissan Micra, first registered on 16 October 2002.

Is AO52 AWW safe to buy?

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