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AU02 HXL

2002 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

97,226 mi
Last recorded97,226 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2018
Typical for 2002 Nissan Micra47,535 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU02 HXL
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Fail 7 Jun 2018 97,226 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner edge (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner edge (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

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

tyres perishing cracking

Pass 22 May 2017 94,921 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 92,730 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer split (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear handbrake cable bracket broken

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage damp (2.3.3b)

engine oil leak

Pass 20 May 2015 86,769 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 21 May 2014 79,986 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 22 May 2013 73,703 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 16 May 2012 67,173 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 18 May 2011 59,922 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 53,002 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 46,079 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 38,926 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 31,783 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 24,434 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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AU02 HXL 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 AU02 HXL, 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 HXL is a 2002 Nissan Micra, first registered on 23 March 2002.

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