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V278 GRN

2000 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2023
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

65,278 mi
Last recorded65,278 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2022
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV278 GRN
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2022 65,278 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2022 65,278 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 10 Feb 2022 62,873 miles

Coil spring corroded all springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also low tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Rear axle corroded

general surface corrosion under vehicle

Fail 8 Feb 2022 62,873 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Coil spring corroded all springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also low tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Rear axle corroded

general surface corrosion under vehicle

Pass 12 Feb 2021 59,077 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2021 59,076 miles

Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

radiator insecure

Pass 25 Sep 2019 59,072 miles

Front crossmember heavily corroded, but not in prescribed area.

Fail 25 Sep 2019 59,072 miles

Front crossmember heavily corroded, but not in prescribed area.

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Feb 2017 54,243 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2016 44,625 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 44,625 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Feb 2015 36,108 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 29,241 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2014 29,241 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2013 21,774 miles

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

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 20 Feb 2012 15,498 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 9,206 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 7,410 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2010 7,410 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Jan 2009 6,678 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2009 6,678 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2008 6,643 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 6,559 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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V278 GRN is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 V278 GRN, 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 V278 GRN registered?

V278 GRN is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 28 January 2000.

Is V278 GRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for V278 GRN shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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