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BD51 NYN

2001 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1348cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2025
Tests31 (19 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate61.3%

Mileage

132,361 mi
Last recorded132,361 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2025
Typical for 2001 Nissan Micra51,515 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD51 NYN
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,348cc

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MOT History

19 pass 12 fail
Fail 12 Feb 2025 132,361 miles

Offside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both Sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2024 129,078 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Feb 2023 126,860 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2023 126,860 miles

Battery leaking (4.13 (b))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 120,292 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 110,890 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2021 110,890 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jan 2020 101,640 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2020 101,639 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 21 Dec 2018 89,732 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2018 89,700 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2017 83,176 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 77,926 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2017 77,926 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Dec 2015 72,024 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2015 72,024 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 66,214 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2014 66,214 miles

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 Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Dec 2013 58,657 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2013 58,654 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 18 Dec 2012 52,287 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Dec 2012 52,287 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 51,370 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 50,747 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 50,628 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2008 48,630 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 30 Dec 2008 48,630 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2008 46,449 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jun 2008 46,449 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 41,150 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 38,054 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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BD51 NYN is a 2001 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 31 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.3%.

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 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 BD51 NYN, 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 BD51 NYN registered?

BD51 NYN is a 2001 Nissan Micra, first registered on 23 November 2001.

Is BD51 NYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD51 NYN shows 31 tests with a 61.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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