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BF51 NLE

2001 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2024
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

62,488 mi
Last recorded62,488 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2023
Typical for 2001 Nissan Micra51,515 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF51 NLE
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2023 62,488 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

rear end corroded

vehicle tested in wet condition

Fail 24 Jul 2023 62,485 miles

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

rear end corroded

vehicle tested in wet condition

Pass 23 Jul 2022 57,115 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Jul 2022 57,115 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 53,403 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2021 53,401 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jun 2020 51,165 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 49,255 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2019 49,180 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 46,564 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2018 46,548 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both not working (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 44,313 miles

Oil leak ()

both side rear inner sills surface corossion by jacking point

Fail 3 Jul 2017 44,263 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak ()

both side rear inner sills surface corossion by jacking point

Pass 7 Jul 2016 41,515 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Oil leak ()

both side rear inner sills surface corossion by jacking point

Pass 29 Jun 2015 39,153 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 25 Jun 2014 36,785 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 34,139 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 31,929 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 29,925 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 27,855 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 26,007 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 23,668 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 20,461 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 18,671 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2005 17,200 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 NLE is a 2001 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 NLE, 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 NLE registered?

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

Is BF51 NLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF51 NLE shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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