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AU02 CVC

2002 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1348cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2025
Tests29 (20 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate69%

Mileage

23,078 mi
Last recorded23,078 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2024
Typical for 2002 Nissan Micra47,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU02 CVC
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,348cc

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MOT History

20 pass 9 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2024 23,078 miles

Nearside Rear door damaged

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

rear bumper damaged

Fail 19 Sep 2024 23,077 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear door damaged

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

rear bumper damaged

Pass 26 Sep 2023 21,296 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2023 21,289 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 19,878 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2022 19,871 miles

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 6 Sep 2021 18,541 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 6 Sep 2021 18,537 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking. Over 10 years old. 165/60R14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking. Over 10 years old. 165/60R14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking. Over 10 years old. 165/60R14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking. Over 10 years old. 165/60R14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 16,317 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2020 16,815 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2020 15,258 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 14,065 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2019 14,063 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))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 12,717 miles

Engine cover and Undertrays fitted

Fail 1 Aug 2018 12,717 miles

Engine cover and Undertrays fitted

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 12,421 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 12,306 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2015 12,153 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 11,320 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 10,271 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 9,223 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 8,305 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 8,305 miles

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 7,105 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2010 7,105 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2009 6,037 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 4,949 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 3,875 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 2,991 miles

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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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AU02 CVC is a 2002 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 1,348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69%.

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 AU02 CVC, 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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AU02 CVC is a 2002 Nissan Micra, first registered on 9 March 2002.

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