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V159 FGP

2000 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2019
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

66,077 mi
Last recorded66,077 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2018
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV159 FGP
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2018 66,077 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Front cross member corroded

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear axle and suspension components corroded

vehicle under body has slight corrosion

Fail 30 Oct 2018 66,077 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Front cross member corroded

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear axle and suspension components corroded

vehicle under body has slight corrosion

Pass 4 Dec 2017 63,842 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2017 63,840 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Fuel tank insecure strap (7.2.1)

Pass 2 Dec 2016 61,629 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2016 61,616 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to under load cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded under side panel corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded under side panel corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded pipe to cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to under load cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Nov 2015 60,024 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2015 60,024 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 59,085 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 58,334 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2013 58,334 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 14 Nov 2012 53,941 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Nov 2012 53,941 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 50,791 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 40,337 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 33,282 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2009 33,274 miles

Nearside Inner Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Outer Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Inner Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Inner Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 11 Jan 2008 29,126 miles

Front registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Jan 2008 29,126 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 24,862 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2007 24,862 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jan 2006 20,595 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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V159 FGP is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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 V159 FGP, 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 V159 FGP registered?

V159 FGP is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 4 February 2000.

Is V159 FGP safe to buy?

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