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V531 MLG

2000 Nissan Micra

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2016
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

79,884 mi
Last recorded79,884 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2015
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV531 MLG
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2015 79,884 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2015 79,884 miles

Nearside Front suspension retaining device missing (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front suspension retaining device missing (2.5.A.4)

Offside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 79,022 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 15 Oct 2013 78,146 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 77,271 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 76,298 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2011 76,298 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2010 75,344 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2010 75,344 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2009 73,224 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 64,156 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2008 64,116 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)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Oct 2007 59,147 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2007 59,147 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Sep 2006 52,581 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2006 52,581 miles

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Pass 14 Oct 2005 46,856 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2005 46,856 miles

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

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

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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V531 MLG is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 V531 MLG, 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 V531 MLG registered?

V531 MLG is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 28 January 2000.

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