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W124 VFR

2000 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

109,120 mi
Last recorded109,120 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2018
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW124 VFR
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Fail 1 Dec 2018 109,120 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced with in 40mm of suspension mounting (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Vehicle structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced close to rear suspension mounting area (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 104,727 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2017 104,725 miles

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 27 Oct 2016 102,637 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 18 Nov 2015 99,558 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 95,943 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 90,643 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2012 86,346 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 81,302 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 81,302 miles

Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 76,578 miles

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

radiator lower crossmember corroded (holes in crossmember)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 69,982 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 60,788 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 50,447 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 50,447 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 29 Jun 2006 40,904 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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W124 VFR is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 W124 VFR, 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 W124 VFR registered?

W124 VFR is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 27 June 2000.

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