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W172 UNK

2000 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

68,917 mi
Last recorded68,917 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2011
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW172 UNK
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2011 68,917 miles

Both front indicators slightly discoloured

Both sills showing signs of corrosion

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside front brake slightly binding on

Nearside rear brake pipe corroded

Nearside rear tyre worn to 3mm

Fail 17 Mar 2011 68,861 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Both front indicators slightly discoloured

Both sills showing signs of corrosion

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside front brake slightly binding on

Nearside rear brake pipe corroded

Nearside rear tyre worn to 3mm

Pass 9 Apr 2010 58,648 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2009 54,485 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2008 50,217 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 44,072 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 43,975 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2006 37,801 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2005 31,587 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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W172 UNK is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 W172 UNK, 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 W172 UNK registered?

W172 UNK is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 26 June 2000.

Is W172 UNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for W172 UNK shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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