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V983 KAE

2000 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2022
Tests28 (17 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate60.7%

Mileage

88,799 mi
Last recorded88,799 miles
Recorded on24 May 2022
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV983 KAE
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 11 fail
Fail 24 May 2022 88,799 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor edge (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Front panel cross member corroded around radiator mounts

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened wishbone (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive bulkhead above brake servo (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened wishbone (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 May 2021 88,621 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 24 May 2021 88,620 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 May 2020 88,326 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 May 2019 88,083 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test windscreen area ()

Nearside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test side window ()

Fail 21 May 2019 88,083 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill, outer sill, inner wheel arch areas x 3 places (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill corroded and holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test windscreen area ()

Nearside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test side window ()

Pass 15 May 2018 87,622 miles

Rear both rear quarter panels inner part are corroded next to the boot floor

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all tyres have cracks in treads

exhaust back box is slight corroded

oil leak from engine

Fail 15 May 2018 87,622 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blades are torn (8.2.2)

Rear both rear quarter panels inner part are corroded next to the boot floor

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all tyres have cracks in treads

exhaust back box is slight corroded

oil leak from engine

Pass 19 May 2017 87,204 miles

both rear quater panels inner part corroded -next to boot floor

exhaust back box light corroded

oil leak from engine -oil sump corroded

Fail 16 May 2017 87,204 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

both rear quater panels inner part corroded -next to boot floor

exhaust back box light corroded

oil leak from engine -oil sump corroded

Pass 23 May 2016 86,669 miles

engine sump corroded and leaking

fuel tank securing straps corroded

o/s outer and inner cill corrosion

underbody corrosion

Pass 14 May 2015 85,353 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

fuel tank straps slightly corroded

Fail 14 May 2015 85,353 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

fuel tank straps slightly corroded

Pass 12 May 2014 84,371 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

slightly noise from n/s/r wheel bearing

Fail 12 May 2014 84,370 miles

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

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

slightly noise from n/s/r wheel bearing

Pass 28 May 2013 83,143 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2012 81,943 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 80,092 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 77,871 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 77,871 miles

Front Body has excessive displacement which may lead to loss of vehicle control (6.1.B.1a)

Pass 26 May 2009
Fail 26 May 2009 75,761 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 22 May 2008 72,804 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 22 May 2008 72,804 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2007 63,156 miles
Fail 30 May 2007 63,156 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 13 Jan 2007 62,554 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2006 54,169 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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V983 KAE is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.7%.

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 V983 KAE, 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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V983 KAE is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 19 January 2000.

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