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V97 FYA

2000 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

139,529 mi
Last recorded139,529 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2013
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV97 FYA
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2013 139,529 miles

front crossmember corroded

Fail 14 Jun 2013 139,528 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

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

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

Nearside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Offside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front crossmember corroded

Pass 7 Feb 2012 130,552 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 120,626 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 14 Jan 2010 114,877 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Positive battery lead insecure

Pass 14 Jan 2010 114,877 miles

Positive battery lead insecure

Fail 21 Jan 2009 109,048 miles

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

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Jan 2009 109,048 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Jan 2008 104,607 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 16 Jan 2007 100,960 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Jan 2007 100,960 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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V97 FYA is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 V97 FYA, 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 V97 FYA registered?

V97 FYA is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 28 January 2000.

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