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AR51 AUE

2002 Nissan Micra

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2023
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

102,764 mi
Last recorded102,764 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2022
Typical for 2002 Nissan Micra47,535 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR51 AUE
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2022 102,764 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2022 102,764 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2021 101,298 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2021 101,298 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2020 100,219 miles

chip in windscreen

Pass 10 Apr 2019 98,522 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2019 98,505 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength tie bar mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive tie bar mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 96,146 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 93,546 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 90,492 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 87,324 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 83,783 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2013 79,853 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

slight oil leak from oil sump pan.sump rusting.

Pass 13 Apr 2012 76,719 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 73,386 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 73,386 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 69,079 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 63,859 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Dec 2007 56,625 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 31 Dec 2007 56,625 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2006 47,181 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2006 47,181 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Rear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Dec 2005 37,019 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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AR51 AUE is a 2002 Nissan Micra in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 AR51 AUE, 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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What year was AR51 AUE registered?

AR51 AUE is a 2002 Nissan Micra, first registered on 24 January 2002.

Is AR51 AUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR51 AUE shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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