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LN02 FAJ

2002 Nissan Micra

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

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Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 Nissan Micra47,535 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN02 FAJ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 28 Mar 2025

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front bumper insecure

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

corrosion under the vehicle

Fail 21 Mar 2025

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Central Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

corrosion under the vehicle

Pass 21 Oct 2023 76,113 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2022 73,726 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 70,881 miles

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

ns rear inner sill weak /rusty

osf bumper damaged

Pass 27 Aug 2020 68,728 miles

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

osf seat belt caseing broken

washers low effort

wipers poor

Pass 14 Aug 2019 67,253 miles

brake pipes rusty

front discs poor

Pass 31 Aug 2018 61,686 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 60,346 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 58,736 miles

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

Nearside front tyre perished

Fail 13 Jul 2016 58,736 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside front tyre perished

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 56,252 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 8 Jul 2014 53,623 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

centre view mirror slightly insecure

various parts of chassis slightly corroded

Fail 7 Jul 2014 53,623 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

centre view mirror slightly insecure

various parts of chassis slightly corroded

Fail 21 Jun 2013 50,874 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 50,874 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 47,368 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2012 47,368 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Fail 22 Aug 2011 43,391 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 43,391 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 40,383 miles

nearside front tyre has cut on outer sidewall edge not deep enought to reach cords

Fail 2 Sep 2010 40,383 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

nearside front tyre has cut on outer sidewall edge not deep enought to reach cords

Pass 11 Aug 2009 32,775 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 21,335 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 17,502 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2007 17,502 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)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2006 13,286 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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LN02 FAJ is a 2002 Nissan Micra in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LN02 FAJ, 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 LN02 FAJ registered?

LN02 FAJ is a 2002 Nissan Micra, first registered on 13 March 2002.

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