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AP02 HEU

2002 Nissan Micra

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

38,587 mi
Last recorded38,587 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2002 Nissan Micra47,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP02 HEU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 38,587 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2025 38,465 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Dec 2024 32,100 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2024 32,097 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2023 28,225 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2023 28,223 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2022 28,160 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 27,940 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 27,543 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2019 27,096 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 25,525 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 24,511 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 22,521 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 19,925 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 17,435 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 16,461 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 15,774 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2012 15,774 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Dec 2011 14,944 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 14,252 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 13,580 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 12,040 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 10,779 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 8,726 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 HEU is a 2002 Nissan Micra in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HEU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AP02 HEU registered?

AP02 HEU is a 2002 Nissan Micra, first registered on 31 July 2002.

Is AP02 HEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP02 HEU shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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