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DCZ 8721

2000 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

38,385 mi
Last recorded38,385 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDCZ 8721
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 38,385 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All covered in greese (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both front outer c.v boots (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All rear suspension arms and components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 31 Mar 2026 38,381 miles

Fuel pipe leaking Fuel filler neck corroded and leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All covered in greese (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both front outer c.v boots (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All rear suspension arms and components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2025 36,450 miles

All brake pipes heavily coverd in grease

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fuel filler neck pipes corroded

Rear axle and attached suspension components corroded

Pass 15 Apr 2024 34,461 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes heavily covered with grease (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 8 Apr 2024 34,454 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes heavily covered with grease (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 17 Apr 2023 32,482 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes heavily greased (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 17 Apr 2023 32,482 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes heavily greased (1.1.11 (c))

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

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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DCZ 8721 is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2000 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 55,993 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DCZ 8721, 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 26 years old, this Nissan Micra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DCZ 8721 registered?

DCZ 8721 is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 25 February 2000.

Is DCZ 8721 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DCZ 8721 shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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