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W171 PLC

2000 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

91,155 mi
Last recorded91,155 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2021
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW171 PLC
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2021 91,155 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 31 Mar 2021 91,155 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2020 76,827 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2020 76,827 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 63,297 miles

exhaust system corroded

Pass 29 Mar 2018 62,035 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 60,162 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2017 60,162 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2016 58,305 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 56,573 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 54,674 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 53,059 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 51,432 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 49,366 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 47,679 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 45,761 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 43,563 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 41,103 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 39,088 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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W171 PLC is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 W171 PLC, 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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W171 PLC is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 March 2000.

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