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V986 LAR

2000 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

65,778 mi
Last recorded65,778 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2016
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV986 LAR
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Feb 2016 65,778 miles

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

Fail 27 Feb 2016 65,775 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2015 62,482 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 59,309 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2014 59,252 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 24 Jan 2013 55,373 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nsr tyre wall cracking

Pass 24 Jan 2013 55,373 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nsr tyre wall cracking

Pass 21 Jan 2012 51,811 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 21 Jan 2012 51,811 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Offside Front Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 47,695 miles

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

Fail 21 Jan 2011 47,615 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 27 Jan 2010 43,629 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 38,533 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 30,312 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2008 30,312 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Jan 2007 26,010 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 22,599 miles

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

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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V986 LAR is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 V986 LAR, 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 V986 LAR registered?

V986 LAR is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 10 January 2000.

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