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AR51 HBN

2002 Nissan Micra

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

76,117 mi
Last recorded76,117 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2015
Typical for 2002 Nissan Micra47,535 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR51 HBN
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2015 76,117 miles

Nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Fail 17 Jan 2015 76,116 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 18 Jan 2014 67,590 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2014 67,590 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Jan 2013 61,964 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2012 58,728 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 55,070 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2009 51,437 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Jan 2009 47,624 miles

o/s headlamp bulb secured by a elastic band

Fail 12 Jan 2009 47,624 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

o/s headlamp bulb secured by a elastic band

Pass 14 Jan 2008 43,577 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 38,819 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 HBN is a 2002 Nissan Micra in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HBN, 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 HBN registered?

AR51 HBN is a 2002 Nissan Micra, first registered on 10 January 2002.

Is AR51 HBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR51 HBN shows 12 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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