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AY51 DWD

2001 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

64,272 mi
Last recorded64,272 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2020
Typical for 2001 Nissan Micra51,515 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY51 DWD
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2020 64,272 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2019 49,426 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 48,996 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all 4 hoses (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all rear brake pipes undersealed

both rear tyres perishing/cracking

eml light on

rear axle rusty

Pass 22 Apr 2016 47,885 miles

all rear brake pipes undersealed

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 22 Apr 2016 47,885 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

all rear brake pipes undersealed

Pass 23 Apr 2015 46,438 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Seat belt cut but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 44,624 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2013 42,492 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

exhaust heatsheld rattel

Fail 23 Apr 2013 42,492 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

exhaust heatsheld rattel

Pass 24 Apr 2012 41,632 miles

front tyres wearing edge

Pass 20 Apr 2011 37,457 miles

rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 33,375 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 29,133 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 24,698 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 19,561 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 17,166 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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AY51 DWD is a 2001 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2001 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 51,515 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 AY51 DWD, 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 25 years old, this Nissan Micra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AY51 DWD registered?

AY51 DWD is a 2001 Nissan Micra, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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