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VU16 NZM

2016 Microcar M

Grey Petrol 505cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,390 mi
Last recorded12,390 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Microcar M13,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU16 NZM
MakeMicrocar
ModelM
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine505cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 12,390 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2026 12,389 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2026 12,386 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

handbrake lever insecure

Pass 24 Apr 2025 11,831 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 11,153 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 10,717 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 9,952 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 7,922 miles

How Reliable is the Microcar M?

Based on 2,888 MOT tests across 357 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
1,654
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
357
On UK Roads
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VU16 NZM is a 2016 Microcar M in Grey with a 505cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2016 Microcar M models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 13,292 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The Microcar M typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 10 years old, this Microcar M is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of VU16 NZM?

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What year was VU16 NZM registered?

VU16 NZM is a 2016 Microcar M, first registered on 30 March 2016.

Is VU16 NZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU16 NZM shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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