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W138 DBG

2000 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

114,057 mi
Last recorded114,057 miles
Recorded on29 May 2014
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW138 DBG
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2014 114,057 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre tread wearing low

Fail 24 May 2014 114,057 miles

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

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

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

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

nearside front tyre tread wearing low

Pass 21 May 2013 108,263 miles

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

Fail 26 May 2012 100,693 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 May 2012 100,693 miles

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

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

Pass 25 May 2011 93,530 miles

front wiper blades slightly worn

Pass 5 May 2010 83,629 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 83,629 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

nearside rear brake slightly binding on

Pass 21 May 2009 73,393 miles

engine check light on

Pass 14 May 2008 60,728 miles

strong advise nearside rear tyre parrished also has about 4 nails in tread

Pass 29 May 2007 50,232 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

both rear tyres heavily perished within treads

rear reg plate starting to deteriate

Pass 27 Jul 2006 41,074 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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W138 DBG is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 W138 DBG, 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 W138 DBG registered?

W138 DBG is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 31 July 2000.

Is W138 DBG safe to buy?

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