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AP02 CBY

2002 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1348cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

53,064 mi
Last recorded53,064 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 Nissan Micra47,535 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP02 CBY
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,348cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 53,064 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor to sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Axle deformed but serviceable (5.1.1 (a))

Fail 11 Jun 2026 53,063 miles

Nearside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Axle deformed but serviceable corroded (5.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2025 51,560 miles

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 50,300 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 49,094 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2022 46,928 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2022 46,928 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 38,629 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2021 38,628 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2020 28,318 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2020 28,317 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Pass 30 May 2019 17,753 miles
Fail 30 May 2019 17,753 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 15,538 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 15,412 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 14,288 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 13,961 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 13,446 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 12,655 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 12,078 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 11,335 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 10,553 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 9,477 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 8,510 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 7,233 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 5,769 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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AP02 CBY is a 2002 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 AP02 CBY, 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 AP02 CBY registered?

AP02 CBY is a 2002 Nissan Micra, first registered on 28 June 2002.

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