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V516 RKE

2000 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

85,622 mi
Last recorded85,622 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV516 RKE
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 85,622 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 13 Jan 2025 80,894 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 16 Jan 2024 75,712 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 69,977 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 65,211 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 61,372 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 59,440 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2019 56,975 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 54,825 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2018 54,825 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jan 2017 52,194 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 50,085 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 46,571 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 42,720 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 39,861 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)

Fail 26 Jan 2012 37,163 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Jan 2012 37,163 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 34,363 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2011 34,352 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2010 31,619 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 28,338 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 25,227 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 22,345 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 19,398 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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V516 RKE is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 V516 RKE, 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 V516 RKE registered?

V516 RKE is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 31 January 2000.

Is V516 RKE safe to buy?

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