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AP51 ZRU

2001 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

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Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Nissan Micra51,515 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP51 ZRU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025
Fail 28 Nov 2025

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

Pass 3 Dec 2024
Fail 3 Dec 2024

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Dec 2023 71,814 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2023 71,814 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2022 71,084 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2022 71,072 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2021
Fail 8 Dec 2021

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2020
Fail 1 Dec 2020

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2019
Pass 3 Dec 2018
Pass 17 Nov 2017
Pass 13 Dec 2016 63,528 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2016 63,528 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 16 Dec 2015
Pass 31 Dec 2014 59,032 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013
Pass 26 Nov 2012 51,901 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 48,916 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 44,971 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 40,949 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 34,360 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 27,798 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 21,008 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2005 13,700 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 ZRU is a 2001 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 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 ZRU, 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 ZRU registered?

AP51 ZRU is a 2001 Nissan Micra, first registered on 10 December 2001.

Is AP51 ZRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP51 ZRU shows 28 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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