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W179 WKJ

2000 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

119,351 mi
Last recorded119,351 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2020
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW179 WKJ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2020 119,351 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 106,537 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 93,532 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 75,790 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 72,327 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit slightly perished/split (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear tyre slightly perished/split

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

all sections of exhaust system slightly deteriorated

coolant level below min mark

engine oil level low

slight engine oil leak

Pass 24 Jul 2015 56,547 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 48,891 miles

All tyre pressures low (have pumped up)

Both front tyres worn and cracking

Rear tyres starting to crack

Pass 22 Jul 2013 41,427 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2013 41,426 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2012 40,198 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 39,667 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 38,638 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 36,946 miles

ADVISE INSPECTION OF REAR BRAKES

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

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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W179 WKJ is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 W179 WKJ, 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 W179 WKJ registered?

W179 WKJ is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 14 April 2000.

Is W179 WKJ safe to buy?

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