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EK02 HYM

2002 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

40,334 mi
Last recorded40,334 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Nissan Micra47,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK02 HYM
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 40,334 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Apr 2025 38,207 miles

Nearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2024 35,311 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 25,972 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 25 Apr 2023 25,972 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 18,083 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside have areas of corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) very slight play detected ()

Multiple areas/components coved in under seal limiting view

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

Rear axle has areas of corrosion

Fail 21 Apr 2022 18,083 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside have areas of corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) very slight play detected ()

Multiple areas/components coved in under seal limiting view

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear axle has areas of corrosion

Pass 20 Apr 2021 15,332 miles

all four tyres 10 years old

Pass 28 Apr 2020 13,829 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 13,388 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 12,747 miles
Pass 1 May 2017 12,039 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 11,116 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 10,361 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 9,724 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 9,294 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 9,294 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 8,707 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 7,994 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 7,337 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 6,717 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 5,858 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 5,269 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 4,376 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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EK02 HYM is a 2002 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 EK02 HYM, 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 EK02 HYM registered?

EK02 HYM is a 2002 Nissan Micra, first registered on 28 March 2002.

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