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A13 YYR

2005 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

104,590 mi
Last recorded104,590 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Nissan Micra55,422 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 YYR
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 104,590 miles

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

covers under body restricting full inspection of vehicle

Pass 17 Jun 2025 101,388 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 98,066 miles

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

Fail 5 Jun 2024 98,053 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Jun 2023 94,414 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output x 2 (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 88,221 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Jun 2022 88,221 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2021 82,461 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2020 76,942 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 70,404 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 68,454 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2018 68,454 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 Jul 2017 64,473 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 58,392 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2015 53,340 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

rear exhaust brackets corroded

Pass 9 Jul 2015 53,340 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

rear exhaust brackets corroded

Pass 19 Jul 2014 48,554 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 41,747 miles

front brake pads wearing low

slight noise from o/s/r wheel bearings

Fail 2 Jul 2013 41,747 miles

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

front brake pads wearing low

slight noise from o/s/r wheel bearings

Pass 23 Aug 2011 25,864 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 21,689 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 16,884 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 9,836 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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A13 YYR is a 2005 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2005 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 55,422 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 A13 YYR, 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 21 years old, this Nissan Micra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A13 YYR registered?

A13 YYR is a 2005 Nissan Micra, first registered on 14 September 2005.

Is A13 YYR safe to buy?

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