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W138 RDM

2000 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2014
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

72,759 mi
Last recorded72,759 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2014
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW138 RDM
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 24 Jul 2014 72,759 miles

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

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

Front radiatior mounting corrded

Pass 23 Jul 2013 67,785 miles

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

Fail 23 Jul 2013 67,785 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 29 May 2012 60,727 miles

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

Fail 29 May 2012 60,727 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 13 May 2011 54,078 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 45,783 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 45,783 miles

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 May 2009 35,365 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2008 25,100 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 25,100 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2007 13,900 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 11,232 miles
Pass 5 May 2005 9,749 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 RDM is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 W138 RDM, 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 RDM registered?

W138 RDM is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 25 March 2000.

Is W138 RDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for W138 RDM shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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