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AR51 BBU

2002 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

53,035 mi
Last recorded53,035 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2016
Typical for 2002 Nissan Micra47,535 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR51 BBU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2016 53,035 miles

both front outer cv boots age cracking

child seat fitted to o/s/r

front wipers smearing

heavy age cracking to both rear tyres

Fail 1 Sep 2016 53,035 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front outer cv boots age cracking

child seat fitted to o/s/r

front wipers smearing

heavy age cracking to both rear tyres

Pass 23 Sep 2015 44,836 miles

N/S/F and O/S/R tyres perished

Pass 1 Oct 2014 40,992 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front tyre is perished

Pass 1 Oct 2013 37,707 miles

rear wiper blade split

Pass 5 Sep 2012 35,527 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 34,754 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 33,344 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 31,353 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 29,668 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 28,657 miles

spare tyre worn, below 1.6mm on inner edge

Pass 7 Nov 2006 27,055 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 25,590 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 BBU is a 2002 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AR51 BBU, 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 BBU registered?

AR51 BBU is a 2002 Nissan Micra, first registered on 3 January 2002.

Is AR51 BBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR51 BBU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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