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AP02 JRO

2002 Nissan Micra

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

121,022 mi
Last recorded121,022 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 Nissan Micra47,535 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP02 JRO
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Fail 7 Jan 2026 121,022 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner/outer sills corroded near rear arm bush (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive central inner sill near seat belt anchorage (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

various suspension components corroded

Pass 13 Jan 2025 115,977 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

various suspension components corroded

Fail 6 Jan 2025 115,959 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill by rear arm bush (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

various suspension components corroded

Pass 15 Jan 2024 110,573 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 30 Oct 2023 110,559 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill end (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill end (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 103,246 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Sep 2022 103,228 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake excessively binding both front (1.2.1 (f))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 94,390 miles

both front tyres cracked on side wall

both sides of floor corroded

Pass 14 Jan 2020 90,289 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2020 90,279 miles

Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting both rear inner sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2019 85,487 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 80,399 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 76,567 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 71,573 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2015 66,655 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2015 66,655 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Jan 2014 62,677 miles

engine management lamp on

osf cv gaitor perished and cracked

Pass 31 Dec 2012 56,607 miles

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

engine management lamp on

Pass 30 Dec 2011 53,327 miles

rear tyres cracking on sidewalls

Fail 30 Dec 2011 53,327 miles

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

rear tyres cracking on sidewalls

Pass 28 Jan 2011 50,379 miles

o/s rear wheel has slight run out

Pass 18 Jun 2009 44,047 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 38,950 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 31,473 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 23,797 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2005 16,648 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 JRO is a 2002 Nissan Micra in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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

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