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AP51 PUF

2002 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2022
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

88,041 mi
Last recorded88,041 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2022
Typical for 2002 Nissan Micra47,535 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP51 PUF
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Fail 6 Jun 2022 88,041 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre exhaust split near rear join (6.1.2 (a))

Fluid leak, but not excessive pass side of steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive corroded sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

unable to check fuel cap as flap wont open

Pass 25 Jun 2021 81,610 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2021 81,610 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2020 74,883 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2020 74,883 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2019 67,406 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 58,283 miles

Nearside Front tyre has a small cut on inner sidewall

Pass 6 Jul 2017 49,582 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 38,952 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 32,104 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 25,045 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2013 16,855 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 16,713 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 15,709 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 14,847 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 13,545 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 12,227 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 10,883 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 9,278 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 7,272 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 PUF is a 2002 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 AP51 PUF, 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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AP51 PUF is a 2002 Nissan Micra, first registered on 18 February 2002.

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