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W163 LNV

2000 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

47,979 mi
Last recorded47,979 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW163 LNV
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 47,979 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2025 45,973 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 May 2024 44,018 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 42,684 miles
Fail 13 May 2023 42,684 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Apr 2022 35,775 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2022 35,775 miles

Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible both side light (4.1.4 (c))

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 May 2021 29,512 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 29,389 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 29,202 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2019 29,202 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Mar 2018 28,947 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 28,638 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 28,357 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 28,059 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 27,763 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2013 27,262 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2013 27,262 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 26,730 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 15 Mar 2012 26,730 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2011 26,169 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 25,483 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 25,483 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2009 24,711 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2008 23,810 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2008 23,810 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 22,841 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 22,044 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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W163 LNV is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 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 W163 LNV, 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 W163 LNV registered?

W163 LNV is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 29 March 2000.

Is W163 LNV safe to buy?

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