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W178 VUT

2000 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

67,835 mi
Last recorded67,835 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2018
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW178 VUT
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2018 67,835 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 64,748 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 25 Apr 2017 64,748 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 21 Apr 2016 60,634 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 56,501 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 51,791 miles

both front tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 17 Apr 2013 47,681 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 43,689 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 39,507 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 36,318 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 32,959 miles

All tyres cracked and perished.

Pass 17 Apr 2008 29,225 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 25,292 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 21,309 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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W178 VUT is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 W178 VUT, 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 W178 VUT registered?

W178 VUT is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 1 May 2000.

Is W178 VUT safe to buy?

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