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V285 PKM

2000 Nissan Micra

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

71,263 mi
Last recorded71,263 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2017
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV285 PKM
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2017 71,263 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2017 71,263 miles

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

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Nov 2015 71,188 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 71,039 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Nov 2013 70,556 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 70,279 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 69,919 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 69,650 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2010 69,650 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 4 Nov 2009 68,620 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 68,620 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 63,497 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 67,567 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2007 67,567 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 31 Oct 2006 66,970 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 Oct 2006 66,970 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2005 65,937 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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V285 PKM is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 V285 PKM, 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 V285 PKM registered?

V285 PKM is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 14 January 2000.

Is V285 PKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for V285 PKM shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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