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W166 RES

2000 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2019
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

91,260 mi
Last recorded91,260 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2018
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW166 RES
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2018 91,260 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2018 91,260 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 87,054 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2017 87,054 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 78,767 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 70,818 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2014 66,898 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 66,898 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 63,798 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2012 62,647 miles

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

Fail 27 Jun 2012 62,647 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 24 Jun 2011 61,280 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 61,280 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 59,916 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 58,134 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2009 58,134 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 55,882 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 55,882 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 54,115 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 52,535 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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W166 RES is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 W166 RES, 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 W166 RES registered?

W166 RES is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 31 March 2000.

Is W166 RES safe to buy?

The MOT history for W166 RES shows 20 tests with a 65% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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