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AP02 FTZ

2002 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2023
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

61,136 mi
Last recorded61,136 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2022
Typical for 2002 Nissan Micra47,535 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP02 FTZ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2022 61,136 miles

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Fail 29 Nov 2022 61,136 miles

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Nov 2021 53,840 miles

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

Fail 11 Nov 2021 53,840 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box missing (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board (6.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2020 43,129 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

rear axle corroded

Pass 25 Nov 2019 38,071 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front & rear hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2019 38,062 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill panel at rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill panel at rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill panel at rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill panel at rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front & rear hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2018 36,170 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2017 33,311 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 32,087 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.2.6)

rear axle has surface corrosion

Pass 21 Oct 2015 30,598 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 28,872 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 27,006 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 10 Sep 2012 25,573 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 25,136 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Sep 2010 22,780 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Sep 2009 20,931 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 18,713 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Sep 2007 15,960 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 13,289 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Sep 2005 10,008 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 FTZ is a 2002 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 FTZ, 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 FTZ registered?

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

Is AP02 FTZ safe to buy?

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