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W196 PAH

2000 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

63,439 mi
Last recorded63,439 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW196 PAH
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 63,439 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

offside headlamp has slightly reduced light output

Fail 28 Nov 2025 63,420 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

offside headlamp has slightly reduced light output

Pass 26 Nov 2024 54,636 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2023 52,443 miles

Offside Front Track rod end cover perished

Fail 27 Nov 2023 52,440 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end cover perished

Pass 3 Nov 2022 41,393 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

coolant bottle damaged

Fail 3 Nov 2022 41,393 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

coolant bottle damaged

Pass 29 Oct 2021 38,415 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 38,010 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 37,613 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Oct 2018 36,815 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 35,977 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2016 35,141 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2015 34,155 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 32,943 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 31,581 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2013 31,577 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 23 Oct 2012 30,086 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 28,824 miles

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

Fail 25 Oct 2011 28,824 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2010 27,302 miles

o/s/f brake disc corroded on inner surface

Pass 15 Oct 2009 25,691 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2009 25,657 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

n/s/f wheel slightly stiff to turn

Pass 6 Aug 2008 23,450 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2008 23,405 miles

Nearside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2007 21,024 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 18,651 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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W196 PAH is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 W196 PAH, 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 W196 PAH registered?

W196 PAH is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 3 April 2000.

Is W196 PAH safe to buy?

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