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V162 DKB

2000 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

48,496 mi
Last recorded48,496 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2019
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV162 DKB
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2019 48,496 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 40,925 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Moisture in lamp (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 39,541 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 12 Apr 2017 39,537 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 37,734 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2016 37,732 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 35,694 miles

Advise both rear tyres perished.

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 34,425 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 32,992 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 31,573 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 29,955 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 27,587 miles

nearside rear light lens cracked

Pass 6 Apr 2009 24,901 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 24,901 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2008 22,244 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2008 22,244 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 20,029 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2007 20,029 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Apr 2006 17,467 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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V162 DKB is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 V162 DKB, 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 V162 DKB registered?

V162 DKB is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 28 January 2000.

Is V162 DKB safe to buy?

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