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BF51 NHC

2001 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2016
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

53,938 mi
Last recorded53,938 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2015
Typical for 2001 Nissan Micra51,515 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF51 NHC
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2015 53,938 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

all brake pipes coated with grease

Fail 26 Aug 2015 53,904 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

all brake pipes coated with grease

Pass 29 Aug 2014 51,168 miles

Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Front wipers slightly smearing

Fail 29 Aug 2014 51,168 miles

Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Front wipers slightly smearing

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 46,733 miles

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

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

both rear tyres deteriorated

difficult to inspect front brake pads as wheel trims make it difficult to view inside

engine management light on

nearside front tyre on 3mm tyre tread

Pass 27 Aug 2012 44,373 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

both rear tyres slightly deteriorated

Pass 25 Aug 2011 41,650 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 39,798 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 38,563 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 33,810 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2008 28,970 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2008 28,970 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 24,338 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 24,338 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 20,166 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2005 16,033 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 NHC 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 75%.

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 NHC, 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 BF51 NHC registered?

BF51 NHC is a 2001 Nissan Micra, first registered on 27 September 2001.

Is BF51 NHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF51 NHC shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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