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W162 AEV

2000 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

52,940 mi
Last recorded52,940 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2018
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW162 AEV
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2018 52,940 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 52,078 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 50,944 miles

presented with 1 pass.seat n/s/f

Pass 20 Nov 2015 49,363 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 20 Nov 2015 49,363 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2014 47,494 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 45,678 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2013 45,605 miles

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

n/s/r hand & footbrake efforts low(advise investigation)

Pass 23 Nov 2012 43,396 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2012 43,396 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 24 Nov 2011 40,535 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 38,244 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 35,362 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 32,303 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 29,752 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 26,583 miles

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

Spare tyre is now illegal and all tyres on road are showing signs of age

Fail 24 Nov 2006 26,583 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Spare tyre is now illegal and all tyres on road are showing signs of age

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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W162 AEV is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 W162 AEV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W162 AEV registered?

W162 AEV is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 29 March 2000.

Is W162 AEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for W162 AEV shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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