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2002 Nissan Micra 1.0L Petrol · KG02 ABX

KG02 ABX

2002 Nissan Micra (1.0L, petrol). First registered 13 Apr 2002. Recorded mileage 66,172 miles. MOT expired on 19 Feb 2025.

Make & Model
NISSAN MICRA
Year / Origin
2002 · Borehamwood (Luton)
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 19 Feb 2025
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
66,172 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 19 Feb 2025
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2002
Engine
998cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the available MOT history. The most recent test conducted on 07 February 2024 at 66,172 miles passed with no defects or advisories, indicating that the car met all minimum standards at that time. This follows a consistent pattern of passes in previous years, despite a single failure recorded on 15 February 2023 at 64,091 miles which was immediately rectified to allow a pass on the same day. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,757 miles per year. Between February 2021 and February 2024, the car covered only 5,236 miles, suggesting it is used only for short trips or kept infrequently. While this low mileage generally reduces mechanical wear on the engine and drivetrain, the long intervals between tests—sometimes spanning over 1,500 miles—can occasionally lead to the degradation of rubber-based components, dry seals, and internal corrosion in brake lines if the vehicle sits stationary for long periods. A buyer viewing this Mic should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and suspension components. Low-mileage older cars are prone to hidden rust in the sills, wheel arches, and rear mounting points which the MOT may not always catch until it becomes structural. Given the age, check for perished suspension bushes and test the brake calipers for any sluggishness due to lack of use. Since the last MOT was over two years ago, a fresh roadworthiness check is essential to ensure no new defects or significant corrosion have developed since the 2024 test.

KG02 ABX Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 07/02/2024
  • 66,172 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (75%)
✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently
! Older vehicle
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KG02 ABX Mileage History

  1. 02/02/202262,411 mi
  2. 15/02/202364,091 mi+1,680 mi
  3. 15/02/202364,092 mi+1 mi
  4. 07/02/202466,172 mi+2,080 mi

Average of roughly 1,869 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

KG02 ABX MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 18 Sept 2026, 05:17
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Nissan Micra (KG02 ABX) between February 2022 and February 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 07 February 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 12 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Rear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (”.

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