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LM02 OEY

2002 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

53,896 mi
Last recorded53,896 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2002 Nissan Micra47,535 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM02 OEY
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 53,896 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on approx 2.20mm (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 26 Nov 2025 53,786 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on approx 2.20mm (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 28 Nov 2024 49,863 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear both inner sills corroding

Fail 28 Nov 2024 49,863 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear both inner sills corroding

Pass 9 Jan 2024 47,179 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2023 43,564 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 40,722 miles

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

Rear both starting to step tread

Pass 19 Aug 2020 40,113 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre stepping on inner edge of tread & cracking with age

Offside Rear tyre stepping on inner edge of tread & cracking with age

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 14 Aug 2020 40,083 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear tyre stepping on inner edge of tread & cracking with age

Offside Rear tyre stepping on inner edge of tread & cracking with age

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Registration plate lamp insecure tailgate handle (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 35,159 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Registration plate lamp insecure tailgate handle (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 32,729 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 32,283 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 31,501 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 30,533 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 29,336 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 28,017 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 26,462 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 24,725 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 22,869 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 21,329 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 18,992 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 16,771 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 14,149 miles

damage to tail gate

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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LM02 OEY is a 2002 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2002 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 47,535 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 LM02 OEY, 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 24 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 LM02 OEY registered?

LM02 OEY is a 2002 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 May 2002.

Is LM02 OEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM02 OEY shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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