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AO52 VHY

2002 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

109,502 mi
Last recorded109,502 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2013
Typical for 2002 Nissan Micra47,535 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO52 VHY
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2013 109,502 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2012 109,477 miles

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

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 102,913 miles

nearside front tyre worn close to limit

Fail 16 Nov 2011 102,861 miles

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

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Exhaust front pipe heat shield rattles

Front no. plate slightly damaged

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

Nearside rear handbrake cable outer casing slightly damaged

Offside rear wheel bearing starting to feel slightly rough

Pass 23 Nov 2010 92,101 miles

nearside handrake efficiency low

Fail 23 Nov 2010 92,101 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

nearside handrake efficiency low

Pass 11 Nov 2009 68,691 miles

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

n/side front is right on the limit. change.asap

Pass 11 Nov 2008 62,200 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 52,217 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2006 43,722 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2005 31,527 miles

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

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

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 VHY is a 2002 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 VHY, 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 VHY registered?

AO52 VHY is a 2002 Nissan Micra, first registered on 14 November 2002.

Is AO52 VHY safe to buy?

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