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AP02 HCJ

2002 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2019
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

137,323 mi
Last recorded137,323 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2018
Typical for 2002 Nissan Micra47,535 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP02 HCJ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2018 137,323 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front pitted (3.5.1i)

some suspension components have corrosion but not seriously weakened

Pass 5 Apr 2017 135,919 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2017 135,916 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 10 May 2016 130,456 miles
Fail 10 May 2016 130,456 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner and outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 15 May 2015 120,615 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 107,843 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2013 102,993 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 26 Jun 2013 102,990 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 96,109 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

n/s mirror slightly damaged

Fail 28 Jun 2012 96,104 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

n/s mirror slightly damaged

o/s/f wiper starting to split

Pass 27 Jun 2011 89,227 miles

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

Fail 27 Jun 2011 89,224 miles

Front All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Rear All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2010 82,077 miles

o/s wiper blade is beginning to split

rear number plate is slightly discoloured

Pass 29 Jun 2009 73,263 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2009 73,263 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 64,703 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 55,882 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 46,758 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2005 35,248 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 HCJ is a 2002 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 AP02 HCJ, 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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AP02 HCJ is a 2002 Nissan Micra, first registered on 19 July 2002.

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