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LM52 HYV

2002 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2025
Tests28 (19 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate67.9%

Mileage

157,744 mi
Last recorded157,744 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2024
Typical for 2002 Nissan Micra47,535 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM52 HYV
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 9 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2024 157,744 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2024 157,744 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2023 149,722 miles

Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Aug 2023 149,719 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 143,289 miles

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

Fail 30 Aug 2022 143,280 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2021 135,608 miles

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

Fail 31 Aug 2021 135,608 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2020 131,770 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 121,974 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 110,179 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2018 110,061 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2017 97,098 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 85,207 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 69,945 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2015 69,377 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 25 Sep 2014 54,592 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 54,592 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 35,805 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 May 2012 22,495 miles

Rear tyres perished and cracking

Fail 11 May 2012 22,495 miles

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

All tyres are perished and cracking, rear treads are getting low

Offside brake effort is low

Slight bind at rear brakes

Pass 26 Nov 2011 22,443 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 19,873 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 17,790 miles

front tyre`s outer walls perished

Pass 29 Nov 2008 15,312 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2007 13,102 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 10,642 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2006 10,642 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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LM52 HYV is a 2002 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.9%.

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 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 LM52 HYV, 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.

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What year was LM52 HYV registered?

LM52 HYV is a 2002 Nissan Micra, first registered on 13 December 2002.

Is LM52 HYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM52 HYV shows 28 tests with a 67.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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