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W166 VGS

2000 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

30,658 mi
Last recorded30,658 miles
Recorded on13 May 2014
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW166 VGS
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2014 30,658 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 30,103 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 28,777 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 27,362 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 26,349 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 25,194 miles

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 8 May 2008 24,014 miles

both rear tyres side wall cracked but not considered a fail

nearside rear light cluster cracked

Fail 8 May 2008 24,014 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

both rear tyres side wall cracked but not considered a fail

nearside rear light cluster cracked

Pass 18 May 2007 22,656 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 21,056 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 VGS is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 W166 VGS, 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 W166 VGS registered?

W166 VGS is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 24 March 2000.

Is W166 VGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for W166 VGS shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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