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AP51 FRC

2001 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1348cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,801 mi
Last recorded92,801 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2016
Typical for 2001 Nissan Micra51,515 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP51 FRC
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,348cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2016 92,801 miles

Offside Front inner clasp cover missing

Fail 19 Oct 2016 92,727 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

Offside Front inner clasp cover missing

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 82,375 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 82,375 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2014 79,931 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 73,491 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 66,484 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 59,599 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 53,504 miles

nearside rear tyre perished

surface corrosion on brake pipes around load valve

surface corrosion on rear brake pipes

Pass 14 Oct 2009 48,904 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2008 43,916 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear tyres perishing

Pass 24 Oct 2007 38,455 miles

engine management light on

n/s front to rear brake pipe corroded

n/s/r light lense cracked

Pass 19 Oct 2006 35,933 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2006 35,797 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Oct 2005 30,156 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2005 30,033 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

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)

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 FRC is a 2001 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FRC, 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 FRC registered?

AP51 FRC is a 2001 Nissan Micra, first registered on 18 September 2001.

Is AP51 FRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP51 FRC shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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