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W168 SLF

2000 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2023
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

90,009 mi
Last recorded90,009 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2022
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW168 SLF
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2022 90,009 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 84,253 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 79,680 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2020 79,676 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 76,773 miles

Both front tyres slightly worn on inner and outer edge

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Sep 2019 76,773 miles

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

Both front tyres slightly worn on inner and outer edge

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 72,464 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Aug 2018 72,462 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 63,302 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2017 63,302 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 54,509 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2016 54,509 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2015 45,214 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2014 35,225 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 35,225 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 24,988 miles

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

engine management light on dash

Fail 15 Sep 2012 17,314 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Sep 2012 17,314 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 15,251 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 11,086 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 10,381 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 10,373 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Jul 2008 9,780 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 9,555 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 8,560 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2005 7,660 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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W168 SLF is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 W168 SLF, 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 W168 SLF registered?

W168 SLF is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 28 July 2000.

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