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2008 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · RE58 ACY

RE58 ACY

2008 Nissan Micra (1.2L, petrol). First registered 30 Sept 2008. Recorded mileage 94,229 miles. MOT expired on 02 Jan 2024.

Make & Model
NISSAN MICRA
Year / Origin
2008 · Reading
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 02 Jan 2024
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
94,229 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 02 Jan 2024
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2008
Engine
1240cc
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 shows a stable maintenance trend with a clean record of no recorded defects across multiple tests. The most recent pass on 3 January 2023 at 94,229 miles suggests the car was in a roadworthy condition at that time. However, this test occurred over three years ago relative to the current date of 21 July 2026, meaning the vehicle has been without a valid MOT for a significant period. The mileage is notably low for an eighteen year old car, averaging roughly 5,235 miles per year. The data shows a steady increase from 78,092 miles in December 2020 to 94,229 miles in January 2023. This represents a modest accumulation of 16,137 miles over two years. The lack of any recorded advisories or failures during this period indicates a vehicle that has been lightly used and well maintained. A buyer must now prioritise a physical inspection of components that degrade during long periods of inactivity. While the record is clean, the three year gap since the last test increases the risk of seized brake calipers, perished tyre sidewalls, and degraded battery health. The low annual mileage often masks issues like oil sludge or dried-out suspension bushes that only surface once the vehicle returns to regular use. Particular attention should be paid to the structural integrity of the chassis and sills. Corrosion is a common failure point for this model and often develops regardless of mileage. Because the MOT history is sparse on defects, a manual check for rust and a full fluid service are essential to ensure the vehicle is safe for the road after its extended dormancy.

RE58 ACY Key Findings

  • 3 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 03/01/2023
  • 94,229 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

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
! Average MOT pass rate (67%)
! Older vehicle
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RE58 ACY Mileage History

  1. 16/12/202186,050 mi
  2. 03/01/202394,229 mi+8,179 mi
  3. 03/01/202394,229 mi

Average of roughly 7,800 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.

RE58 ACY MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 13 Sept 2026, 20:55
MOT Analysis

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

3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Nissan Micra (RE58 ACY) between December 2021 and January 2023.

The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 03 January 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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