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V505 GEX

2000 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

72,091 mi
Last recorded72,091 miles
Recorded on8 May 2015
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV505 GEX
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 May 2015 72,091 miles

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

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

Underside of car becoming corroded in several places

Pass 6 May 2014 68,866 miles

front cross member weak

Fail 6 May 2014 68,866 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front cross member weak

Pass 10 May 2013 63,564 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 May 2012 58,299 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

fron t cross member rusty

Fail 11 May 2012 58,299 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

fron t cross member rusty

Fail 12 May 2011 53,017 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 May 2011 53,017 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 May 2010 46,692 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 5 May 2009 40,463 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 40,462 miles

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

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 May 2008 35,455 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 35,455 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 May 2007 29,214 miles
Fail 11 May 2007 29,211 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

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)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 May 2006 25,906 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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V505 GEX is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 V505 GEX, 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 V505 GEX registered?

V505 GEX is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 19 January 2000.

Is V505 GEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for V505 GEX shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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