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COW 400C

1999 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

41,149 mi
Last recorded41,149 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Nissan Micra60,729 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCOW 400C
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 41,149 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2024 40,518 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 39,835 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 39,210 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 38,639 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 38,150 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 37,906 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 37,593 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 36,941 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 36,170 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 35,114 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 34,226 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 32,971 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 31,534 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

advise headlight covers fitted

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 30,208 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 2 Nov 2011 30,201 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Nov 2010 28,800 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 27,157 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 24,953 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Aug 2007 22,573 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 19,698 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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COW 400C is a 1999 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1999 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 60,729 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 COW 400C, 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 27 years old, this Nissan Micra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was COW 400C registered?

COW 400C is a 1999 Nissan Micra, first registered on 31 March 1999.

Is COW 400C safe to buy?

The MOT history for COW 400C shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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