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V242 GSD

2000 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

73,522 mi
Last recorded73,522 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2016
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV242 GSD
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2016 73,522 miles

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

unable to check welding properly due to being covered in underseal

Fail 17 Mar 2016 73,446 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage BUMPER (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings SILL (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings SILL (6.1.B.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 6 Mar 2015 71,154 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 69,229 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2014 69,229 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2013 67,132 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2013 67,132 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 64,145 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 61,881 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 59,132 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 56,218 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 51,870 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 45,115 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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V242 GSD is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 V242 GSD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V242 GSD registered?

V242 GSD is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 31 January 2000.

Is V242 GSD safe to buy?

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