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AP51 CVL

2001 Nissan Micra

Green Petrol 1348cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

75,196 mi
Last recorded75,196 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Nissan Micra51,515 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP51 CVL
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,348cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 75,196 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded Fuel filler neck pipe excessively corroded, so much so that the filling of fuel into the vehicle would be affected. ()

Fail 19 Aug 2025 75,195 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded Fuel filler neck pipe excessively corroded, so much so that the filling of fuel into the vehicle would be affected. ()

Pass 13 Aug 2024 73,221 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 71,424 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated perished (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated perished (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2022 68,178 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 64,607 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 13 Aug 2021 64,568 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2020 60,741 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 56,579 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 53,387 miles

corrosion on n/s and o/s rear inner sills

o/s and n/s outer c.v boots perished

Fail 6 Jul 2018 53,272 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

corrosion on n/s and o/s rear inner sills

o/s and n/s outer c.v boots perished

Pass 7 Aug 2017 50,907 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2017 50,901 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2016 43,963 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 27 Jul 2016 43,932 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 29 Jul 2015 33,863 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Jul 2014 24,206 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 17,722 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 17,716 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2011 17,250 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 16,241 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 15,359 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 13,760 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 12,443 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 11,580 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2005 10,280 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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AP51 CVL is a 2001 Nissan Micra in Green with a 1,348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2001 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 51,515 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 AP51 CVL, 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 25 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 AP51 CVL registered?

AP51 CVL is a 2001 Nissan Micra, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is AP51 CVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP51 CVL shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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