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BF51 LYO

2001 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

49,318 mi
Last recorded49,318 miles
Recorded on23 May 2018
Typical for 2001 Nissan Micra51,515 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF51 LYO
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2018 49,318 miles

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 47,976 miles

both rear coil springs corroded

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 31 May 2017 47,966 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill (6.1.B.2)

both rear coil springs corroded

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 6 Jun 2016 45,572 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 43,966 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2015 43,966 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 30 May 2014 42,780 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 29 May 2014 42,779 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 41,471 miles

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

Offside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

n/s/r tyre cracking

o/s/r tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 28 May 2012 39,455 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 37,939 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 35,218 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 31,976 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 28,800 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 26,677 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 23,186 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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BF51 LYO is a 2001 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 BF51 LYO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BF51 LYO registered?

BF51 LYO is a 2001 Nissan Micra, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is BF51 LYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF51 LYO shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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